Remember previously when we talked about how much I LOVE holidays? Easter is no exception – I love this holiday too. I love the the family fun, the decorations, the happy kids, the candy – all of it! It is just so much fun. I’m often guilty of buying too much for the Easter baskets. But I am also guilty of buying lots of fun Easter things for AFTER Easter. I love Easter clearance items!

I know some of you are shaking your heads in agreement. You know exactly what I am talking about. But I am sure there are some of you wondering what I could be talking about. Why would I want a bunch of Easter stuff when the holiday is over? Why would Easter clearance items excite me? What could I be doing? The answer is easy – LOTS of things, a little bit of everything and anything. Sound intriguing? I think it is.

The truth is there are Easter clearance items in so many departments. Items you have thought of and others you have not thought of – they are Easter themed and go on clearance. The discounts can be huge. And most of the items have uses beyond the holiday. These are just a few of my favorites:

Candy
I remember talking about clearance items and candy with an old neighbor one time. I was shocked when she talked about buying the candy and putting it away for next year. No, nope, eeewwww, icky, that’s not what I mean here. No way. Candy is candy and it can be used for lots of things past Easter. Think of upcoming birthday parties, classroom parties and other places you’ll need some sweets. Grabbing cheap clearance candy now can be a huge money saver later. There are lots of candy items that can be used beyond Easter.

Clothing
There are lots of Easter clearance items in the clothing department. I love to watch the tees and pajamas go on clearance. There always seems to be some in solid colors or designs. That’s not just for Easter! Another of my favorites is socks. If you have a baby or toddler there always seems to be lots of great Easter clearance clothing for the little people. There are often packs of socks/stockings/tights that are in colors, patterns or prints that work beyond Easter.

Toys
These Easter clearance items are great finds! There are two kinds to watch for and finding both is awesome. There are lots of little toys that are used as a non-candy alternative to basket stuffers. Those make great birthday and classroom holiday party handouts. The other toys to watch for are regular toys packaged with an Easter theme. These make great gifts and often it is just the wrapping that is Easter themed.

Décor
There are lots of décor items out around Easter that can be used all spring. Spring décor involves the same flowers and pastel colors. Watch for items to use all year too. Also watch for Easter clearance items to decorate with next year. Sometimes you are lucky enough to snag that décor that was just too pricey before Easter.

Grocery items
There are lots and lots of grocery items packaged for Easter. Cookies, cake mix, frosting, marshmallows, cereal, the list goes on and on. Most of these are no different than the regularly packaged items. Grab them when you see them with the other Easter clearance items.

Paper products
Plates, napkins, cupcake liners, party décor – there are so many Easter clearance items to choose from in the party supply aisle. Save some Easter themed items for next year. The prices are low and no one will care if you serve next years’ treats in goodie bags you bought this year. Grab some solid colored items to use at other events. Pastel plates and napkins work well for Mother’s Day. Brightly colored plates and napkins will be fun at summer picnics.

See why I love the Easter clearance items? They have so many uses. Do you grab some Easter clearance items that we forgot to mention? Let us know!