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Gift Cards You Loved in August – Guess Who’s #1?

September 8, 2011 | Written by:

Gift Cards You Loved in August – Guess Who’s #1? After three consecutive months at spot #4, Target took first place finish in revenue as Plastic Jungle’s best-selling discounted gift card in August 2011. Before we get to the usual suspects on the list, let’s talk about some honorary mentions. Pottery Barn had a strong … Read more

Gift Cards You Loved in July

August 11, 2011 | Written by:

What were we buying in July? Plastic Jungle’s top 10 list is here! While there weren’t any big retail holidays last month (does National Ice Cream Month count?!), the warm summer weather likely drove shoppers outside, strolling stores and buying items for fun summer activities. Many of the usual favorite gift cards made their appearance … Read more

Off to College? Deck Out Your Dream Dorm!

August 10, 2011 | Written by:

Going to college is an exciting time… You leave the nest, meet lifetime friends, explore new surroundings and – if living in the dorms, you get to cram all your stuff into a tiny little room. Here are some ideas to maximize space and be the cool kid on campus! And with Plastic Jungle’s help, … Read more

Are You Ready for the New iPhone 5?

July 22, 2011 | Written by:

Pssst! Have you heard? The Rumor Mill’s been a-churnin’ about a new iPhone 5 release in September! According to inside buzz, the new iPhone 5 might be lighter and slimmer than the iPhone 4, with an upgraded eight-megapixel camera and possibly a larger screen. Here are some other potential features to look forward to: A faster … Read more

Gift Cards You Loved in June!

July 15, 2011 | Written by:

What gift cards topped your shopping list in June? Surprisingly, almost the exact same ones, in the same order as last month – but with a little twist. Home improvement giants continued to top the list, with Home Depot and Lowe’s ranked at #1 and #2. The secret is out – builders, subcontractors and professional … Read more

Inside Scoop: How to save 24% on Pet Supplies NOW!

June 20, 2011 | Written by:

Did you know that in 2010, $48.35 billion was spent on our pets in the U.S. That’s a lot of kibbles and bits! Let Plastic Jungle throw you a bone. When you buy our discounted gift cards AND combine them with store coupons, we are talking serious savings. That’s especially true right now with PetSmart … Read more

And the Award for “Best Mom (or Dad!) Of The Summer” goes to…

June 17, 2011 | Written by:

YOU! Score “Cool Mom and Dad” points this summer by taking your kiddos to see the highly-anticipated Cars sequel. (Cars 2 opens June 24th.) Join Lightning McQueen and his gang as they race in the World Grand Prix and meet several new friends (and enemies…Muahahahaha) throughout their international adventure. With movie tickets on the rise, a premium … Read more

Top 10 Gift Cards You Loved in May 2011

June 15, 2011 | Written by:

What gift cards topped your shopping list last month? After being cooped up for a long winter, shoppers were ready to get some fresh air and visit their favorite big-box retail stores. Nearly all of the gift cards in the Top 10 were to superstore chains. And with Cinco de May, Mother’s Day and Memorial … Read more

Plastic Jungle Reports Exponential Surge in Holiday Business and Consumer Trends Toward Electronic Payouts

January 20, 2011 | Written by:

Secondary Gift Card Economy Sees Significant Growth in 2010 Plastic Jungle Reports Exponential Surge in Holiday Business and Consumer Trends Toward Electronic Payouts SAN JOSE, CA–(Marketwire – January 20, 2011) – New data released today reveals that as the gift card economy continues to grow, consumers are increasingly looking to buy and sell previously-issued gift … Read more

Checking the balance on your Gift Card (Updated 3.25.10)

December 16, 2009 | Written by:

We are constantly updating our directory on how to verify the balance on your gift card. Drop us a note if there is a specific card you would like to learn more about. There are two ways you may check the balance of your Home Depot Gift Card: 1. Visit any Home Depot store and … Read more