With Coupon Savings Families Have Nothing to Fear This Halloween

CHARLOTTE, N.C.-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2009 - CouponShack.com, the leading coupon site that helps consumers save money and get the best deals at their favorite stores, is helping families save big on must-have Halloween items including costumes, candy and decorations. According to the U.S. Census Bureau 93% of Americans plan on participating in Halloween and the Confectioners Association anticipates that American families will spend over $1.9 billion on candy alone this year. And whether there’s a ghost, witch, Wolverine or Hannah Montana in your family on October 31^st this year, CouponShack.com can help you get prepared and save money on Halloween necessities with our 13 Tips for Scary Halloween Savings.

“Costumes and decorations are naturals to buy online and CouponShack.com has many coupons in those categories. But consumers should also look for deals on Halloween essentials that you might not normally purchase online, like candy,” said Ryan Dearth, CouponShack.com Marketing Director. “Buying candy online in bulk on sites like Amazon.com and using a coupon from our site can provide significant savings.”

13 Tips for Scary Halloween Savings:

			1.		Get coupons for CostumeDiscounters.com, AnytimeCostumes.com, BuyCostumes.com for the top 2009 Halloween costumes: Popular costumes include Harry Potter, Wolverine, Star Trek characters, Hannah Montana, Michael Jackson and many more.

			2.		Pull out costumes from past Halloweens and update them for this year. A vampire cape can easily be transformed into a Hogwart’s cloak with a few new accessories like wands, owls and a Nimbus 2000 for a Harry Potter costume. Try BuyCostumes.com for deals on last year's costumes plus get free shipping from CouponShack.com.
			3.		Check out CouponShack.com for extra mark-downs and shipping specials on already discounted costumes from AnytimeCostumes.com, CostumeHub.com and more.
			4.		Retailers continue to mark down prices as it gets closer to Halloween, so hold out for extra discounts and special coupons before purchasing.

			5.		Sign up for coupon alerts at CouponShack.com for new promotional discounts and sales from Halloween retailers.

			6.		Buy candy in bulk online and use a coupon, try Candy Crate Stores or CandyWarehouse.com.

			7.		Buy early or buy late to get the best deals on candy, costumes and decorations.

			8.		Look for a Halloween coupon first before making any purchase.

			9.		Buy costumes and decorations for next year after Halloween for huge savings.

			10.		Make your own Halloween decorations, check out the coupons for MisterArt.com or Fabric.com to help get you started.

			11.		Shipping adds up, look for stores with a standard free shipping policy.

			12.		Check the Sunday circular and mailers for local coupons.

			13.		Make your own costumes using crafts and supplies from stores like Joann.com.

About CouponShack.com

CouponShack.com is the leading coupon site that helps consumers save money and get the best deals at their favorite stores. Our site finds and compares discounts letting you get what you want, when you want it. Our coupons and codes are easy to find - you can search by store, brand, category, or product. You also get the most personalized saving service with custom alerts and coupon codes, preferred stores and an online Coupon Wallet to keep and manage your deals. Our growing community of savers constantly provides updated recommendations, feedback and tips showcasing new ways to save. A stop at CouponShack.com before you shop lets you get the most for your money and your life and can save you hundreds of dollars along the way.

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