This Reader Scored $50 Worth of Items Without Spending a Penny! Here’s How…
This Happy Friday reader knows how to take advantage of store offers!
From rewards programs to coupons, many major stores offer several ways for customers to save a little extra cash. Smart shoppers know to take the time to browse weekly ads. look for coupons, and sign up for free rewards programs.
Last week we mentioned how Joining a store’s rewards program is one of the most simple ways to score a discount. With perks like welcome offers, redeemable rewards, and free birthday gifts, these loyalty programs help customers get the most for their money and patronage.
For example, this week’s Happy Friday reader, Lily, used coupons and rewards points to score $50 worth of items without paying a dime! 😍
Here’s Lily’s story…
““I went to JCPenney and Claire’s and got a small accessory haul for free. First, Jcp was giving out coupons. I used my $10 off $10 on a pack of earrings that was 50% off of $20. “
“At Claire’s, I got 5 large Scrunchies and a two pack of small ones for free after using my birthday coupon and 2 rewards. I didn’t spend a cent at either store and got $49.95 worth of items that will be put to good use!”
Way to go, Lily! 🎉
You are one clever shopper! We LOVED hearing how you managed to get $50 worth of items without ever having to pay a cent on your shopping trip!
Thank you for the reminder about JCPenney and Claire’s offers. Both stores have great rewards programs and JC Penney always has coupons in their weekly ad!
Here’s how to find deals at Claire’s and JCPenney!
First, take a page out of Lily’s book and sign up for the FREE Claire’s rewards program, C Club. It’s free to join and you score a $5 reward after ever second purchase which means you can rack up rewards pretty quickly!
You’ll also score at least a $5 off coupon on your birthday plus free shipping offers. Also, if you get your ears pierced there, you can score free earrings for a year!
Next, head on over to JCPenney and join their FREE rewards program! Right now, you can score a $10 CashPass Reward when you sign up. You’ll get another $10 CashPass Reward with every 200 points and each year on your birthday!
Plus, you can find sales and coupons at JCPenney by reviewing their weekly ad. They have TONS of deals going on right now through August 25th!
Hip Tip: Through 8/25, JCPenney is hosting a clearance sale and you can save up to 70% off! You can also get other deals like up to 40% off Kids apparel and score up to 50% off + an extra 20% off on furniture.
Don’t forget to join your other favorite restaurant’s or retailer’s rewards program!
Rewards programs often allow customers to earn points that can be redeemed for discounts and freebies. Other programs send members annual birthday gifts or special promotions.
Bookmark this page to see the latest deals for rewards members:
Thank you so much, Lily! ❤️
We are so grateful you wrote in to show us how you scored $50 worth of items for $0! We are so impressed! 👏👏👏
Both Claire’s and JCPenney offer some great perks to patrons. Thank you, again, for this helpful reminder to take advantage of those programs! The Hip Community appreciates you! 🥰
HAPPY FRIDAY! 
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Awesome!👏
Great job Lily! In my world you just made $10 to get your already free stuff!👏🏻