6 Tips For Finding Craft Supplies on Sale

Two of the easiest, most effective ways to save money on arts and crafts supplies are coupons and discounts. Coupon sites can be a great way to uncover discounts and find new shopping sites. Typing "Crafts" into many of these sites will uncover 25 and 50 percent off coupons. If you want to go the extra mile, you could get cash back with Coupon Chief or use a price comparison website to make sure you’re getting the best deal.

Buying your supplies in bulk is another great way to save money. Many craft stores offer special discounts when you buy larger quantities of certain materials, so it pays off to purchase art and craft supplies in bulk if you plan on regularly using them. You may be able to find better deals online compared to in-store prices. Just make sure to purchase from reliable sources and read reviews before committing.

Many manufacturers test out the effectiveness of their social media feeds by putting a sale only on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. Sometimes a low-key sale is a thank you to loyal fans, other times, a way to unload a small amount of stock. Either way, following your favorite brands on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram can turn up discounts and sales. Facebook also has private groups like "Michael's Clearance," where fans of the chain store share found bargains.

National chain stores like Michaels and Jo-Ann Fabric have coupons available almost every week, but the offers can vary from store to store. That means you have to be a little proactive and look up your store's discounts on Michaels' coupons page. 

While eBay and Etsy might be top choices to find bargain supplies, Overstock.com also has a discount craft supplies with a notable amount of machines. If you're planning to make a big purchase, it can't hurt to check the prices.

Shopping secondhand is a great way to save money on arts and crafts supplies. You can find secondhand items from thrift stores, yard sales, or online marketplaces like Craigslist and eBay. Shopping secondhand has the added benefit of reducing waste — you’ll be reusing items that would otherwise end up in the landfill. You can also find unique and interesting supplies at secondhand stores that are hard to come by anywhere else. Make sure to inspect items for quality before you purchase them. This will help ensure that you get the most out of your purchase.