March 22, 2013 | Published in Family Life, Giveaways, House & Home, Organization, Shopping

What’s On Sale in April? (plus giveaway)

With my move getting happening in less than two weeks, I have been purging like crazy. My motto right now is “Out with the old and in with the new.”

With April right around the corner, I decided to do some research to find out exactly what is on sale this coming month. Since I am purging and getting rid of stuff, I want to find cute, new things to replace them with.

What’s On Sale in April?

Spring Clothing: Whether they are last season’s clothing or this year’s spring line, many retailers will mark the clothes down quite a bit at the beginning of the season. If you purchase last year’s look, then you can usually find these on the clearance rack. I scored two gorgeous shirts the other day for only $2.50 each. Very beautiful looks for only a fraction of the price.

Indoor Fitness Equipment: As soon as the weather gets nice and everyone starts heading outside to exercise, the indoor fitness equipment goes on sale. This is a great time to buy that treadmill or elliptical you have been wanting to purchase. Buy it now and use it this winter when you are stuck inside and can’t get out to walk or run.

Bedding: I have been browsing every site imaginable looking for a new bedding set. When we move into the new house, we are changing our room color from blue to a seafoam green, so it’s time for a new bed set. April is the best month to buy them because they go on sale. You will find lots of fall sets (that will still work for Spring) that will be marked down to 50-75% off. Usually during the Spring and Summer, heavy comforters are traded out for thin quilts and cotton sheets. All winter comforters and heavier bedding will be on sale during April.

Major appliances: Many retailers put their appliances on sale during the spring because everyone starts grilling out. Find the best prices by shopping for appliances online. Many places are running 10-40% off certain appliances like refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers, and freezers.

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Do you ever buy any of these sale items in April? Which one have you ever scored the best deal on?

Enter to Win

To help you snag some of those great bargains this season, we are giving away a $75 Amazon gift card to one lucky reader. To enter, leave a comment below letting us know what you would spend your winnings on. This giveaway ends April 5th.

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1 Liz March 22, 2013 at 11:11 am

This would pay for my April subscribe and save order of diapers, wipes, trash bags, and cat food. Not fun, but totally needed!

2 Robin Bullock March 22, 2013 at 11:29 am

I’d buy an extra battery for my cell phone.

3 Daniela Tapia March 22, 2013 at 11:29 am

With Three Girls I Would definitely Buy Them Spring Clothes…. And Bedding because we all havr our beds and it will help alot …thanks for the great tips and the giveaway …

4 Rebecca March 22, 2013 at 11:45 am

I would probably use it to by new headphones for the dvd player in our car.

5 Ellen B March 22, 2013 at 11:55 am

I could use new sheets and I am thinking of switching to stainless steel cookware

6 Amanda March 22, 2013 at 12:06 pm

Would be super helpful to pick up some items for the kids – we’re preparing for an overseas move and I’m trying to get prepared!
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7 Denise M March 22, 2013 at 12:08 pm

I would put it towards a new slow cooker that also lets me sear and saute like the Ninja or Cuisinart

8 shelly March 22, 2013 at 12:45 pm

I’d buy some birthday gifts for my teenage son.
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9 Darla March 22, 2013 at 1:02 pm

I would probably use it to buy a new coffee maker.

10 Selene M. March 22, 2013 at 1:43 pm

I would get my husband some new athletic shoes.

11 Angela March 22, 2013 at 2:37 pm

I would probably buy some movies!

12 Janell Poulette March 22, 2013 at 4:01 pm

I will be using it towards books for my husbands degree.
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13 Anne March 22, 2013 at 5:06 pm

I would use it for linens which are desperately needed. I would love a duvet.

14 diane March 22, 2013 at 5:45 pm

I would buy dishes and glasses.

15 Stacie March 22, 2013 at 6:08 pm

shoes and clothes for my boys! and a ravioli maker for my hubby!
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16 ellie March 22, 2013 at 6:48 pm

Probably for new cookware and tea items.

17 Kimberly March 22, 2013 at 8:44 pm

I would probably buy some kind of camera equipment. Or save it until I have enough to buy something camera related.
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18 Brandy W March 22, 2013 at 8:57 pm

I usually buy winter clothes and jackets in April, because they are super cheap on clearance.
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19 The Pear Lady March 22, 2013 at 10:01 pm

Probably something special from my forever growing wishlist at Amazon.

20 Mami2jcn March 22, 2013 at 10:43 pm

I would buy homeschool workbooks for my sons.

21 Jenny March 22, 2013 at 11:18 pm

I would buy books and movies for my kids.

22 chelsea March 22, 2013 at 11:27 pm

Id buy birthday presents (toys) for my kids

23 BusyWorkingMama March 23, 2013 at 7:10 am

I’d like to put this towards a new washer and dryer.
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24 amyc March 23, 2013 at 9:22 am

For much needed clothes for myself!

25 Elena March 23, 2013 at 11:47 am

I would buy books

26 Wehaf March 23, 2013 at 12:14 pm

I would snag some books and dog toys.

27 Tammy S March 23, 2013 at 12:20 pm

I would buy both the kids some Spring/Summer clothes. As fast as they grow it seems they have out grown all the clothes from last year.

28 Madonna March 23, 2013 at 12:51 pm

I have recently gotten into emergency preparedness since we had 2 huge storms last year both times losing power for hours so I would buy stuff for that. One thing for sure would be a battery powered fan. It was 100 degrees here with no power for 10 days last summer.

29 latanya March 23, 2013 at 2:37 pm

I would give it to my husband so he can some new work clothes

30 Louis March 23, 2013 at 3:20 pm

I would get some kids’ bedding
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31 Terri March 23, 2013 at 4:08 pm

Hmmm – let’s see – I would most likely spend it on a new pair of athletic shoes for the Spring, so I can get my outdoor walking on!
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32 mrsshukra March 23, 2013 at 4:35 pm

I purchase regularly from amazon and this will go towards getting herbs and supplements!

33 Vickie Couturier March 23, 2013 at 5:21 pm

jeans for the grandkids

34 Stacey B March 23, 2013 at 6:32 pm

I’d use it for some baby gear for our new baby due in August

35 Ellie W March 23, 2013 at 7:25 pm

I would get new sheets for our bed. We need some new ones desperately.

36 Michelle March 23, 2013 at 7:39 pm

I would get new clothes for my family. Thanks!

37 LaVonne Twitter: longwait4bella March 23, 2013 at 8:57 pm

My 5 year old needs a new swimsuit. I’d like to get her a UV protection one.
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38 samantha w March 23, 2013 at 9:38 pm

I would buy my kids some new clothes and swim suits

39 Sarah March 23, 2013 at 10:07 pm

I would go for bedding for both of my kids’ rooms – good to know it’s a good time to buy!

40 Karen Lynch March 23, 2013 at 10:52 pm

Really need some new bedding.

41 Susan P. March 23, 2013 at 11:09 pm

I always find something in the Clearance rack for Spring clothes for the girls.

42 Tabathia B March 24, 2013 at 12:16 am

I would spend on clothing for my kids and a few books

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43 Terra Heck March 24, 2013 at 12:58 am

I’d use it to get a birthday present for my daughter’s upcoming 19th birthday, probably clothes. Thanks.
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44 Dennis Poulette March 24, 2013 at 1:10 am

I would put it towards books.

45 Theresa J March 24, 2013 at 1:14 am

I would use it towards protein powder

46 Elena Vo March 24, 2013 at 1:36 am

New shoes for the family I’d probably take advantage of the winter footwear sales going on right now and get boots for the kids.

47 Jeanna March 24, 2013 at 9:19 am

I would use it towards birthday presents for my son’s 8th birthday and maybe a book for myself!

48 Amy L March 24, 2013 at 9:35 am

I’d use this toward a Kindle

49 LT March 24, 2013 at 10:55 am

This would cover Birthday presents for both my kids who have April and May birthdays!

50 Colleen Boudreau March 24, 2013 at 1:10 pm

I’d buy shipping supplies for my business.

51 Amy Brewer March 24, 2013 at 2:06 pm

probably a new coffee maker because mine just went out and instant is not the same as a brewed cup.

52 Christine W March 24, 2013 at 2:34 pm

I would buy some Skylander’s for my son’s upcoming birthday….thanks for the chance!

53 Michelle March 24, 2013 at 2:53 pm

I would spend it on clothes.

54 Mary Wright March 24, 2013 at 3:00 pm

I am fortunate to have a Sears Outlet in town. Appliances are a fabulous deal there. Combined with a big sale, now is a perfect time to get a new dryer or fridge and use your Sears Rewards. I plan to buy a new dryer if I can find the right one.

55 Helen March 24, 2013 at 3:36 pm

I would buy Christmas presents for my family

56 Melissa March 24, 2013 at 5:38 pm

Some great books for my kindle, some movies for the kids and a business card holder.
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57 Deanna G. March 24, 2013 at 6:36 pm

I would get some new jeans.

58 beth cole March 24, 2013 at 7:18 pm

I would buy a new camera!

59 Evelyn March 24, 2013 at 7:47 pm

I would buy a new printer

60 Beth - TheAngelForever Twitter: TheAngelForever March 24, 2013 at 9:25 pm

I would put the money toward my son’s sixth birthday. Still not entirely sure what to get him at this point.
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61 Crissy D. March 25, 2013 at 7:02 am

I would buy everyone new sandals for summer

62 HappyMomC March 25, 2013 at 9:44 am

We’d get a bunk bed for our kids!

63 lana March 25, 2013 at 11:10 am

getting a gift for my parents

64 Mel March 25, 2013 at 11:34 am

A pack n play mattress
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65 Don March 25, 2013 at 11:39 am

I’m in need of a new luggage set.

66 Jessica B. March 25, 2013 at 3:15 pm

I would buy my son a toddler bedding set.

67 Michelle Tucker March 25, 2013 at 3:49 pm

I’d use it to help buy a computer chair. I need one really badly.

68 Heather! March 25, 2013 at 6:13 pm

We need towels and new bedding, so I would definitely be shopping for those!
Thanks!
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69 Daniel M March 25, 2013 at 10:18 pm

put it towards a kindle

70 Virginia Rowell March 25, 2013 at 10:27 pm

I would buy a tablet for my hubby.

71 hollowsins March 26, 2013 at 3:29 am

I would probably get summer clothes for the kids because I don’t have anything else on my list at the moment
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72 Harmony B March 26, 2013 at 5:59 am

I would put it towards furniture I need

73 Garrett March 26, 2013 at 8:45 am

I need some new towels for the bathroom.

74 Kristie March 26, 2013 at 10:34 am

I would get some garage organization things!
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75 Donna O'Neil March 26, 2013 at 12:12 pm

I need a new coffeemaker with a timer that works.
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76 Anne Lehnick March 26, 2013 at 12:46 pm

I would put it towards skincare items. Amazon has the best price by far on a new line I’ve started using that’s terribly expensive. I’ve been trying to buy one item at a time as I run out of something from my old routine. This would help me buy a couple of items right away.

77 Teresa Thompson March 26, 2013 at 7:18 pm

I would put it toward a prime membership.

78 Charlene S March 26, 2013 at 7:30 pm

I would get some clothes.

79 Jessica Z March 26, 2013 at 8:34 pm

A new cotton sheet set and a new phone case

80 Angela E. March 27, 2013 at 9:11 am

I want to get the last season of Breaking Bad.

81 Nicole Larsen March 27, 2013 at 12:22 pm

I’d buy some new maternity clothes or shoes

82 Nicole March 27, 2013 at 6:52 pm

I would buy some household items that I could use. Towels, sheets, etc……

83 jennifer thimas March 27, 2013 at 8:49 pm

Not sure. Probably something for the kids

84 Laura Jacobson March 28, 2013 at 12:59 am

I got new bedding the other week, and got a great deal on a new comforter that was regular price $80, and I got it for $20! That was a GREAT deal!

85 Nancy March 28, 2013 at 9:10 am

I would spend my winnings towards a new laptop or cute shoes for spring!

86 april yedinak March 28, 2013 at 10:52 am

I would spend this on stuff for our homeschool, like more microscope slides.

87 Denise L March 28, 2013 at 11:29 am

Good to know that Major Appliances are on sale in April….I need a new stove! I’d probably use this prize towards a new TV though

88 Elisabeth March 28, 2013 at 4:41 pm

I would love to use it to buy a small patio set!

89 Desiree Dunbar March 29, 2013 at 12:15 pm

I like your post of items on sale in April, it’s very useful. I definitely would buy new bedding for myself!

90 Dana March 29, 2013 at 3:06 pm

i look for winter coats in April

91 Dana March 29, 2013 at 3:09 pm: and i’d buy new clothes

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92 Leah Baird March 29, 2013 at 6:32 pm

I would buy workout clothes or shoes.

93 Karla Sceviour March 30, 2013 at 9:10 pm

I would buy some new curtains for my house.:)

94 Kelly D March 31, 2013 at 7:14 am

I would buy spring jackets for my kids and some books for them also.

95 Jennifer H March 31, 2013 at 11:43 am

use it towards our upcoming vacation plans
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96 Francine Anchondo March 31, 2013 at 3:28 pm

save it for christmas

97 Van April 1, 2013 at 10:26 am

I’d use it towards some new patio chairs.

98 Idaho Jill April 1, 2013 at 1:08 pm

I have over 150 things on my amazon wish list – it would be so hard to choose what to spend it on, probably spring sheets for my daughter, some vitamins for me, and printer ink
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99 Jessica T April 1, 2013 at 4:29 pm

I would buy some new books for my kids (and probably a book or two for my Kindle!)

100 Lori D. April 1, 2013 at 8:15 pm

Maybe some new CD’s or DVD’s.

101 nannypanpan April 1, 2013 at 10:29 pm

i just realized today my sisters birthday is coming up so i’d get her a present
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102 Ellen C. April 1, 2013 at 10:31 pm

I would use it towards my daughter’s birthday party. Thanks for the chance.

103 ANGEL JACKLYN April 2, 2013 at 1:53 am

I USUALLY BUY WHATEVER I COME ACROSS THAT’S ON SALE, SO YES, THAT INCLUDES MANY OF THOSE THINGS. I WOULD PROBABLY USE THE MONEY TOWARDS A NEW BOOK FOR COLLEGE. THANKS SO MUCH!

104 Garrett April 3, 2013 at 9:51 am