Tweet Pin It TIPS FOR A THRIFTY (AND SANE!) BACK-TO-SCHOOL SEASON. 1. IS IT A DEAL? As any thrifty shopper knows, deals and sales are key to planning a successful big shopping trip. BUT you have to weigh the pros and cons. To get the most bang for your buck, we obviously advocate thrifting, and thrifting on sale days just multiplies your savings. When it comes to school supplies like pens & pencils, figure out what locations have the best deals


