Hip2Save’s 2019 Year-in-Review — Our Most Popular Content of the Year!
As my sweet Ma would say “Life is beautiful”.
My grandmother known as “Ma” taught me to live life to the fullest, to laugh often, to dance whenever and wherever possible, and to never take any days for granted. I also learned so much from her about being comfortable and confident in my own skin… and letting my authentic self shine – that’s what I’m going to be doing more of in 2020 and I hope you’ll join me! 🙌
So long, 2019! We’ve got 2020 ahead of us, so we’re using our 20/20 vision to look back on the last 12 months.
This year, we’ve had almost 149 million views on the site, nearly 25k posts, and generated over 210k comments. We were the busiest on November 29th (hello, Black Friday!) with over 1.1 million page views!
We’re so appreciative of our Hip2Save community and how much you’ve engaged with us during 2019!
Here are our 2019 highlights!
Highs & Lows
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- High: We launched some awesome challenges & series — We got active with our 30-day 100 Squat challenge, healthy with our 30-day Keto Challenge on Hip2Keto (and it’s coming up again soon!), and money savvy with our Financial Boot Camp.
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- High: Stetson brought his A-game to spread deals and cheer — Have you caught any of Stetson’s hilarious Facebook Lives? He was on a mission this year to show up, shoot fun videos, and, of course, spread some smiles!
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- High: We said, “See ya, cable!” and “Hellooooo Disney+” — Bryn, Lina, and more members of our team reduced their cable costs or cut the cord all together with their cable provider resulting in huge monthly savings! Luckily, Disney+ was also released this year and even had a sweet deal for Verizon Unlimited members score a year for FREE!
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- Low: Even though it meant store liquidation sales, many of our favorite retailers announced closing plans this year — These brands shut down shop or closed many of their stores this year, including Charming Charlie, Charlotte Russe, Dress Barn, Forever 21 (300 stores closed, both nationally and internationally), Game Stop (at least 180 stores closed), Gymboree & Crazy 8, and Shopko (250 stores closed).
Top Deals
The deals that were simply too good to pass up, as suggested by our team members who actually bought them! Note that these hot buys are no longer available.
Hottest deal: 🧖♀️ Revlon One Step Hair Volumizer, Only $28.79 at Target
This is hands down our team’s favorite beauty appliance! And at this price, it was a no brainer to click “add to cart”!
Other insanely hot deals our team (and many of you!) scored in 2019:
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- Bath & Body Works Annual Candle Day Sale
- Cubii Pro Under Desk Elliptical Just $249 Shipped at Amazon (Regularly $349)
- Compact Insignia Air Fryer Only $24.99 at Best Buy (Regularly $80)
- Keurig K-Cafe Coffee Maker AND Milk Frother Only $109.99 Shipped (Best Price Ever)
- Amazon Smart Plug Only 99¢ (Regularly $25) | Select Accounts
- FREE Diono Stroller ($550 Value) w/ Car Seat Purchase
- FREE Calm App Paid Subscription for Teachers – $60 Value
- 50% Off Hydro Flask Tumblers
- $50 Off $100 Holiday Purchase at Target
Top Tips
Your favorite frugal tips, tricks, and hacks to make life a bit easier and save you some money!
Most loved: Why We Love Cooking With an Air Fryer
Is there anything the Air Fryer can’t do?! Lina shared some amazing tips for cooking perfect snacks and meals using the Air Fryer.
Other popular tips:
Top Recipes
The delicious dishes that had you saying, “seconds, please!”
Most craved: 25 Easy Slow Cooker Recipes
Meals couldn’t be easier thanks to the trusty Crock-Pot! And with this roundup, you’ll have nearly a month’s worth of slow cooker meal ideas.
Other popular recipes of 2019:
Top Personal Posts from Collin
The stories I shared (though I did feel quite vulnerable) to shed some light on my past financial struggles and just what I’ve been up to throughout the year.
Here’s to an exciting year ahead!
We can’t wait to see what’s in store for us in 2020 and hope you will continue on with us into the new year feeling invigorated for more deals, tips, recipes, DIYs, and so much more!
See you in 2020! 🎉
Happy New year! Thanks for everything. I’m always checking here:)
You’re SO very welcome! Happy New Year! Thank YOU for stopping by each day! 🥰
Happy New Year! Thank you for all you do! I look forward to another great year of savings.
You’re most welcome! Happy New Year, Lolie! 🙌
Happy New Year to all y’all @ H2S! You’ve built more than a savings website; you’ve created a community throughout the nation (and beyond, I suspect). Guessing Ma is proud!
Aww, Thanks for the super sweet comment! 💕 Wishing you all the best in the new year!
Happy new year H2S team…deals..couponing…savings savings & more savings.!!! U guys rock.!!!
Happy New Year to you too! Thanks so much for being a valued reader! We truly appreciate YOU!
Happy new year! I am SO thankful for what you guys do at Hip2Save. I appreciate your work and how you help my family save money.
Happy New Year to you and your family! Super happy you have been able to score such great savings on the items you need most. We sure are thankful for YOU!
Happy New Year Hip2Save gang!!! I’ve enjoyed this site since Collin lived in NC and it’s my fav go 2 for everything from great deals to great recipes!! I love all things Hip2Save and I can’t wait to see what the next decade brings!!
Yay! Happy New Year! Thanks a TON for being a longtime reader! It sure means a lot!
Happy New year everyone! Thank you so much for all that you put into Hip2Save! Collin, loving the pic that you posted of your grandmother <3
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Happy New Year, Marla! You’re very welcome. Thank YOU for the kind words. 💕
Happy New Year ,to everyone at hip2save. Thank you so much ,for all that you do . You have all helped me in so many ways to save money . You have also inspired my 2 sons to save . I cant wait for the things to come. God bless all of you at hip2save, and keep up the good work. Such a sweet picture. 💗
Aww, You’re most welcome, babymair. Thanks a bunch for your kind feedback. We’re so happy to help you and your family grab the savings!
Happy New Year, thank you for everything you do Hip2Save!
You’re welcome! Happy New Year!
2020 HERE WE COME!!! We cannot be stopped! H2S helps us become aware, savers $$ and in return our lives are transformed, we then help so many people and spread the gift of sharing and saving to take out the stress of penny pinching, and living with LESS STRESS and therefore spend time with our loved ones making memories taking small trips and/or big ones with ALL the money we save throughout the year. May this year be a great one for us all Bless this site and you all CHEERS🥂
Yay! We’re excited to continue saving BIG in 2020! Thanks so much for taking the time to comment! Happy New Year!
Happy 2020 everyone!!!! Thanks for all you do, been with Hip2save since you started!!! THANK YOU!!!
You’re welcome, Patti! Thank YOU so much for joining us here at hip2save since the start! 💕
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Happy New Year!
Happy New Year Collin to you and your family! So sweet to see Ma in the picture; I remember it was during her visits I `ve finally started watching the videos on your site and checking everyday to see what you and Ma were up too.
Happy New Year, Iris! Glad you enjoyed those videos!
Awww Ma! I haven’t seen that picture of her yet. I miss my grandma too
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Collin,
I have been following you for a few years and I love that you keep your Ma’s memory alive on your page. I also had a special relationship with my Nana. I know you miss your Ma as much as I miss my Nana 🙂 Love to you and Happy New Year!
How sweet! Thanks, Victoria! Wishing you all the best in the New Year!
Happy New year Collin and all the hip2save family! God Bless you with everything you need in this year!
Thanks so much! Happy New Year!
Happy New year’s Hip2save… I love the pic of your grandmother .
Happy New Year, Keesh! ❤️ I sure appreciate the sweet comment.
Love that cream colored sweater you are wearing. Would you mind sharing where you got it? Thanks & Happy New Year to yourself and the team!!
Thank you! You can find it in this post here!
Happy 2020 for all of You from H2S
Thank You Guys😊
Happy New Year…the money I saved on items were put toward things I didn’t know I needed! 🤣🤣
I am oh so very thankful for Hip2Save! A very prosperous New Year, New Decade to you and yours.
Happy New Year, Carlala!
For the first time I read your first and second post on your financial and personal struggles. You are such an inspiration. It brings home that you must be kind, caring and understanding to everyone you come in contact with because you never know what struggles they may have. Thank you for sharing and Happy New Year!
You’re most welcome, Lori. Thank you for the super sweet comment. Wishing you all the best in the New Year!
🙂 Happy New Year!!! 🙂 Thank-you for everything!
You’re SO welcome! Happy New Year, Amy F!
Happy New Year! I want to say thank you! I’ve been with Hip2Save for awhile and I have to say from the moment I signed up you have made it seem personal and an awesome community! I don’t interact very often but always feel like I’m welcomed and included by your posts and emails. So much activity! You did so much and have added so much! This is really the best savings site. I haven’t found another that is so involved and inclusive. You all are awesome!
Aww, You’re welcome, KarK! BIG thanks to YOU for the kind words and for being a longtime follower. We’re super glad you have been enjoying all of the deals with us each day. 💕