Nov
30
It’s no secret that I love to shop. I do. I really, really do. But that doesn’t mean spend a fortune. Quite the contrary actually. Believe it or not, I’m an excellent the bargain shopper. Nothing I love more than finding a great deal! I keep my eyes out for good sales, often opt for inexpensive JOE brand clothing from Superstore, and am not above perusing the racks at Value Village or consignment shops for clothes, kitchen items, books, bags, etc…, in order to save a few bucks. The more I save, the more I can splurge on something special (which I do every now and then.) So, imagine my glee when I stopped by MTF in Langley this weekend and got a wicked deal on some designer boots I’d had my eye on for months!
I’ve been to MTF before. Bub and I have popped in there to check out furniture, housewares, etc.. But I’ve never bothered to look at the clothes or shoes. Until yesterday.
Yesterday, I was alone (on my way home from the Christmas show at Tradex in Abbotsford), when I decided to stop at MTF on a whim. I thought maybe I could get a good deal on some Christmas wrapping paper (which I did.) For no reason, I took a walk through the clothing area and spotted a pair of red, Hunter rainboots! If you don’t know what Hunter boots are, it’s ok. Suffice to say, they’re trendy and they’re expensive. And I’ve had my eyes on a pair for about 3 months. But I haven’t been able to pull the trigger on a $90 pair of rainboots. I’m too practical. I can’t help but think of all the other things I could get with that money.
BUT, the single pair of size 7 Hunter boots at MTF were selling for $39.99!!! WTF!? OMG! Had to have them. Right? Right. As I perused the rest of the clothing area, clutching my new boots to my chest, I noticed a ton of designer jeans – Joe’s, Seven for all Mankind, Hudson’s, Rockin’ Republic…I couldn’t believe my eyes. And all for around $80! Those things retail for up to $250 in boutiques and chain stores. I know because I’ve bought them…and it hurt my bank account.
I’d just spent alot of money on a steam cleaner for our floors at the Christmas Show, so I sadly turned my back on the jeans, quickly paid for my boots and got outta there. But I’ll be back. And if you haven’t been to MTF, so should you! I’m sure it’s hit or miss – some days might be crap and others might be a goldmine. It’s still worth looking in order to save yourself some precious bucks.
Happy shopping fellow bargain-hunters!
MTF locations in the FV: Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Maple Ridge, Langley (North), Langley (South), Surrey.
I am not as into the clothes and fashion stuff at MTF (Although I did find an awesome Merino wool sweater there last year), but I often find amazing deals. I try to go in at least once a month to see what they have. Some of my better finds…
- vacuum sealer (normally over $250 at costco, and often around $135 at MTF itself, I found at a blowout sale for $35 each… I got 5 of them for gifts etc.
- cordless power tool set. (22.5V, 5 piece Kawasaki set for $100, normally closer to $300)
- books! I love books and their normal prices on books are quite good, but every once in a while they have a 50% off the listed price on all books and I tend to go a little nuts.
- stocking stuffers. They have tons of small knick knack things that are awesome for gifts.
You can sign up for their mailing list which will give you a heads up on sales they are having as well. They regularly have 20% to 50% off clothes etc.
Happy Holidays everyone.
Awesome tips Jason, thank you! Deals, deals, deals. Especially this time of year, the more the merrier
quick question, which mtf location did you go to in langley?
The one up in Murrayville…I guess that would be the South Langley one. Good luck!