1, 2, 3, 4, 5,… 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,… 11, 12…

Do you remember the Sesame Street counting video that debuted in 1977 called “Eleven Twelve”?  Depending on how quickly you read, you might be able to read this article faster than you can listen to this popular counting song.  It’s like having accompanying background music.

Up for the challenge?

If the kiddos are around, press play and let them dance while you get in on practical ways to save this month.

Using discount gift card on top of store sales, coupons, and coupon codes is an increasing trend among households across our country.  Keep reading to see if you’re maximizing your savings by stocking up on the most popular discount gift cards.

Are you saving on home improvement projects?

The most frequent discount gift card purchase on Plastic Jungle is discount Home Depot and Lowe’s gift cards.  (No wonder they’re currently out of stock.  Be sure to set an Alert to be notified with more come in stock.)  Buy patio furniture, doors, windows,, lumber, gardening supplies, and more with Home Depot discount gift cards and Lowe’s discount gift cards – both available for 7% less than face value.

Electronics, Movies, Music

Coming in third place in March are Best Buy discount gift cards – available for 5% less than face value.  Best Buy discount gift cards are great for saving on computers, printers, tvs, sound systems, cell phone cases, blu-rays, DVDs, and anything else you can find at Best Buy stores and at Best Buy online.

Save on Groceries, Clothing, and Household Products

In addition to saving on big purchases, Plastic Jungle discount gift cards are also good for saving on weekly trips to our favorite grocery locations.  Use Target  discount gift cards (available for 3% less than face value) and Walmart discount gift cards (also available for 3% less than face value) to save on food, clothing, and home goods for the whole family.

Multipurpose Savings

Good at Kmart, Lands’ End, and Sears, Lands’ End discount gift cards (available for 8% less than face value) have limitless possibilities.  Save on jewelry, children’s clothing, lawn mowers, backpacks, appliances, and more.

Costco discount gift cards are great for purchasing Costco gasoline (which is already discounted!), clothing, books, appliances, cameras, photos, and more for an additional 2% off the already low warehouse prices.  Don’t forget your Costco coupons to increase your savings!

Gas Station Discounts

Score discounts on gasoline, car washes, and snack foods with Shell discount gift cards (available for 2% less than face value).  Although currently out of stock, check out the current inventory of Chevron and Arco discount gift cards for savings on gasoline this month!

Brand Names at Great Prices

Kohl’s discount gift cards (available for 11% less than face value) help you bring home your favorite brands of apparel for men, women, boys, and girls at great prices.  Stack Kohl’s discount gift cards with store sales and store coupons to intensify savings.

Brand name workout clothes, Pink fragrances, shoes, and swimwear are available for 12% less with Victoria’s Secret discount gift cards.

Hit the Mall for Less

Watches, clothing, purses, shoes, wedding or baby shower registries, use Macy’s discount gift cards and JC Penney discount gift cards to shop at your favorite department stores, available for 7% off and 11% off respectively.  You’ll get more and pay less.

Is your music still playing? 

Make Plastic Jungle discount gift cards part of your spending strategy, and you’ll spend less all year long.

No longer is finding a good deal only about having a coupon or finding a sale.  In this day of age, deal stacking (using multiple discounts all on one purchase) with Plastic Jungle discount gift cards is the way to maximize your savings.

Ready for a quick breakdown of how to save all year long?

Routine Shopping

Weekly or monthly you probably visit a lot of the same retailers.  Some for groceries, some for household items, and some for gasoline.

Are you buying produce and general food staples  as well as cleaning supplies and toiletries at Target, Walmart , or Sam’s Club?  Buy discount Target gift cards before you stock up and save 3% off refilling your pantry, refrigerator, and shelves.  With discount Walmart/Sam’s Club gift cards, you can save 2% off every day purchases from paper products and snack foods to laundry detergent and cosmetics.   

Gasoline discounts are rare to find most anywhere so it’s no wonder Plastic Jungle discount gasoline gift cards sell fast.  Take a few minutes to set up a Plastic Jungle account and tell us which gift card brands you’d like to alerted about, including BP and Arco discount gift cards and Exxon-Mobil discount gift cards, so you can be among the first to get your hands on these discount gift cards when they’re in stock.

Big Purchases

What gadget, appliance, or electronic device are you hoping to purchase this year?

Big ticket items can make many of us cringe at the thought of dropping an enormous amount of cash on one purchase.  Take some of the sting out of making a big purchase by planning to use discount Plastic Jungle gift cards for the purchase. Last year, my husband and I saved $595 (33% off) when we furnished our house with blinds by stacking Plastic Jungle discount Home Depot gift cards (available for 7% off) with a store sale and coupon. Read about our story here.

Gift Giving

Chances are some time this year you are going to be invited to a wedding, birthday celebration, or special occasion where you’ll be on the hunt for the perfect gift.

Thanks to gift registries, much of the guess work on what to buy has been eliminated.  But… don’t merely rely on the gift registry, if one is available.  Consider giving the gift of a discount gift card to a store where your friend or family member has registered.  Or, you can always purchase discount gift cards to purchase gifts you’ll be giving to celebrate someone’s special day.  Find out how to save on gifts for weddings and showers here.

With Plastic Jungle discount gift cards you can save on purchases big and small year-round.