Summer is winding down and the Saving is easy!

As summer winds down, and the trees are starting to turn (yes, I have a couple naughty deciduous' in my backyard already) normally people start to think about back to school time and the stress associated with it. Trying to get the kids new clothes, never ending school supplies, haircuts, arranging car pooling and daycare services, and who can forget the cost of it all!

Well, breathe easy and take a hour to yourself with a little personal shopping. That's right, it's sale time people! Right now all the end of season summer stock are at incredibly low prices and going quick. It's a good time to pick up any large pieces of patio furniture you might have had your eye on all summer, or next years accessories at up to 70% off. 


I was just at Backyard and Veranda in Darthmouth Crossing the other day, and they have incredible deals on their in stock wicker seating, patio accessories, outdoor utensils and cookery items and even cushions and accent pillows. Check out BouClair, Tag, Walmart and even the SuperStore for more great deals.
It's never too early to wish for spring. 




Not only is summer stock at amazing prices, now is a good time to take full advantage of all the storage pieces and dorm-inspired items available now for back to school. Whether its a bar fridge you've had your eye on to complete your outdoor space or man cave, or a bench with storage beneath to complete your bedroom, the prices are competitive and negotiable. 
Every store in HRM is trying to compete through flyer promotions, lowest price guarantees or even free delivery promises. 
Specifically, the amount of in stock storage pieces available promotes a good time to finally clean out that cluttered closet or manage your kids toys. There are special items available now in stores that may not be available throughout the year (and again, at low prices!)

Check out this Expedit desk and bookcase from Ikea. Easy storage solution for a small space.

Another bonus to back to school time are the colors and textures available now geared towards the tween generation. Fun color palettes including bright pinks, blues, greens and purples. Rich and vibrant textiles. Unique storage and tech gadgets. Even eye-catching wall graphics and murals. So, for those of you who still have younger children at home, or know someone who does, now is a great time to pick up on these fun items and maybe change up their own bedroom. It's also a great way to show younger siblings that the older child, leaving for university isn't necessarily getting all the attention. 
You don't have to go all out and redo a child's bedroom; just a few new hints of coordinating color can make a dramatic difference at home. 


And for the business owner: now is amazing time to stock up on office supplies and low priced electronics that you might need throughout the year.