One big question I've been asked lately is for ways to get and save up your money to buy American Girl products. So, I thought it would be fun to share a few of my tips with you!!
- When you get money for special occasions (Birthday, Christmas, Easter, ect) save half or part of it for whatever American Girl item (or doll) you want to get. A fun thing to do is to get an envelope and catalog you don't mind cutting. Cut out the catalog picture of your item and glue it onto the envelope and decorate it. You'll have a place to put your money to save, and when you see the picture you won't be as tempted to spend it. Keep putting your extra money in the envelope and after a few months check to see if you have enough for your item. It will be so fun to spend your money on something you've been waiting for!
- Get Creative! Make some fun crafts to sell, and with your parent's help you could set up an Etsy Shop!
- Ask your parents if you could do extra chores or things around the house that could go towards your savings.
- Consider adopting an American Girl doll that needs your Tender Loving Care. There are tons of used dolls on Ebay that need your love. Used dolls don't cost much money, and only take a little bit of work to make them look beautiful again. My doll Abbey is from Ebay, and I got her for around $60. She was almost brand new, and I love her! (If you ever have purchased a doll from Ebay, I would love to hear your story!)
- Remember to save! The hard part is to save, but just think of the day when your item (or doll) comes in the mail. It will be so worth it!
I hope these tips help you! Do you have any saving tips to share with us? Have you ever saved up for an American Girl item? :)
Firstie! I bought JLY 3 at a thrift store for $4 recently. Alyssa Kate is my fifth AG doll!
Posted by: Nicolette | February 09, 2012 at 04:46 PM
Thank you soooo much! This is gonna help me and other girls so much!
Posted by: Versailles | February 09, 2012 at 05:35 PM
I used to have that problem. I would really want a doll, but I never saved up enough money to get one. But just recently, I decided to teach piano to some kids who want to learn. In a matter of days I got 4 students, and I am earning $100 a month! So, I should have some money for a doll by the end of the month! :)
Posted by: Sammy | February 09, 2012 at 07:50 PM
Thanks so much! I have tried envelopes, but never with pics. I would always see something else and want to buy it. I will do this with my cash. I don't get too much cash, though, because my money is always deposited into my bank account. Last time I had more than $100 in my wallet my brother lost it all... thankfully my dad gave me some money to make up for it!
Posted by: Sara | February 09, 2012 at 08:36 PM
Cool! I currently want to buy a few outfits from AG, but and pretty secure on earning up for a laptop. And I bought my Lanie doll of eBay, and she cost the exact same amount as buying a new one directly from AG! Her curls needed some work, but other than that she is amazing! It's pretty cool what you can find on eBay or craigslist.
Emma
Posted by: Emma S. | February 09, 2012 at 08:48 PM
Thanks for the tips Liz!
Also, could you check out me and my sister's blog? :)
Here is the link: agfun.thewrightfamily.name
~Emma
Posted by: Emma | February 09, 2012 at 10:17 PM
Thanks!!! I Must just do that.I want the Julie Doll.Thanks 4 the Advice!!!
Carly :")
Posted by: Carly | February 10, 2012 at 12:02 PM
I remember asking for this...Thanks for doing it!
~Madeline
Posted by: Madeline | February 10, 2012 at 04:36 PM
Felicity looks super-adorable in that photo!
Posted by: Ellie | February 22, 2012 at 07:46 PM