Often written off as unfashionable and not as cool as Target, Kmart is a little-known mecca for your holiday needs. Especially now that everyone's on a budget. The SheFinds staff recently made a pilgrimage to the Big K to see what we could buy for $500 - and we made out like bandits.
Rebekah picked up some toasty warm winter accessories, including a stylish hat for under $10. Michelle went straight for the Wii, and scored several new remotes. They also have a huge selection of games, DVDs, and tech accessories.
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Although I was tempted by the festive holiday sweater-and-turtleneck combos, I exercised restraint and opted instead for a more practical yoga mat.
All in all, we took home a variety of goodies - including picture frames, toys, basic tanks, winter tights, laptop accessories, and an adorable black winter coat. All for under $500! Not bad for three ladies shopping with abandon.
Now it's your turn. Izea is giving away a $500 shopping spree to one of our lucky readers. There are two ways to enter: through Twitter or by submitting a comment in the comments section below.
You can enter to win up to two times per person:
1. Use your Twitter account to tweet out the following to us: "RT @shefinds is giving away a $500 #Kmart Gift Card on her blog - simply tweet or comment to enter http://urlbrief.com/22d898". If you enter this way, you don't have to list any items you'd purchase with your prize.
OR
2. Leave a comment on this post listing the Kmart item #s of products you would buy with $500. You can go to kmart.com to look for item numbers.
See the official rules at izea.com.
And you can't go wrong with Kmart gift cards for the holidays. They're ideal for those die-hard shoppers who don't like anything unless they pick it out themselves. You know who you are.
imnotadoctor on December 2nd, 2008 at 11:38 AM
I need to get rid of my old school 32 inch giant tv! I live a small one bed room apartment and this would rock!
Kmart item# 012W804958950001 Mfr. model# ELCHS321
Erin on December 2nd, 2008 at 11:50 AM
I would buy the So Soft Blanket # 070W693244220001
the 16 GB Nano # 018W929086350001, 2 5 Lb. weights # 080W556746110001, an XM Car Receiver # 106000XMRVRFM002, and a Food Processor # 011W710081110001 and then I'd be completely done Christmas shopping.
Denise on December 2nd, 2008 at 12:35 PM
Rokenbok parts for my kids. Been looking for these forever!
#1030000000701125 curved beams 14.99
#1030000000701094 s beams 14.99
#1030000000701111 beam set 14.99
# 1030000000701123 Block set 9.99
A train table with a storage drawer!
For hubby..
throw in the pocket digital camera then
# 020W377312110001 119.00
Flip video!
#105FVULTRA60MINW 179.00
A tripod for it
#020W730235170001 14.99
a waterproof case just for fun!
#020W730235130001 49.99
klm39 on December 2nd, 2008 at 12:39 PM
Garmin StreetPilot C330 Refurbished GPS
Kmart item# 018W673371110001 Mfr. model# 010-N0401-10
$199.00
Lexington Collection 3-in-1 Convertible Crib-Cherry
Kmart item# 9990000041794811
4.4. $120.00
Sesame Street Elmo Live!
Kmart item# 004W957431110001 Mfr. model# L9049
$59.99
Michelle on December 2nd, 2008 at 12:39 PM
Well, since my tv looks (and acts) like something right out of the Flintstones era, I think I would probably get a new one that looked like it was from this century!
Jenna on December 2nd, 2008 at 12:42 PM
B/c father turned my son into a redneck & I have to learn to deal with it-
Wii, Monster Jam 2:Urban Assault
Son thinks “she’s cute and likes the way she talks”(He’s 5!)- Circus / Britney Spears
To take out frustrations on aforementioned ”baby daddy”-Everlast Free Standing Heavybag Kit & Gel Gloves
Because it’s cold-M.Stewart Garden Metal Fireplace
To save $-Conair Upright Garment Steamer
For boy in adopted Christmas family who loves Spiderman-Spiderman Web Hood Jacket & Levi Relaxed Jeans
Jenna on December 2nd, 2008 at 12:44 PM
retweeted for you ... @jennapet
Ali on December 2nd, 2008 at 12:44 PM
I retweeted as well (from @Aliwicious)
Sealy Crib Mattress item #9990000027318212 $79.99
Crib Mattress Pad item #024W826742110001 $19.99
Toddler Bed item# 9990000006826512 $42.00
Diaper Genie (II) Refill item# 024W923738110001 Qty: 10 = $59.90
Infant Gate item# 3460000000007160 $109.99
Chicco Butterfly Spinner item# 1030000000121354 $12.99
Treehouse item# 1298480000776900 $129.99
Blocks item# 1030000000520380 $39.99
For a grand total of $495.
Anna on December 2nd, 2008 at 12:52 PM
This Xmas I am buying electronics:
Garmin StreetPilot C330 Refurbished GPS
Kmart item# 018W673371110001
Panasonic PAN DMC-TZ5S 9.1MP DIGITAL CAMERA,
Kmart item# 108000000DMCTZ5S
It would be nice to get these as gifts:)
FuzzySheep on December 2nd, 2008 at 1:00 PM
I RT'd on twitter (@FuzzySheep)
What would I buy?
Diaper Genie (II) Refill ...at least 15 of them!
Crib Mattress Pad
WiiFit
Raving Rabbids TV Party Wii game
mario cart w/ 2 wheels Wii game
extra controllers/nunchucks for Wii (at least 2 each)
lots and lots and lots of batteries
laptop goodies
all manner of kids toys
Ana on December 2nd, 2008 at 1:08 PM
Flip Video Ultra Series 60 minutes
Kmart item# 105FVULTRA60MINP $149.99
Bissell ProHeat 2X™ Select Floor Cleaner, Purple
Kmart item# 9990000037514911 $209.99
Disney Cinderella's Castle Waffler
Kmart item# 9990000092733411 $29.99
(for my niece..= ))
Kodak 7.2MP Digital Camera, EasyShare M763
Kmart item# 020W686430110001 $109.99
leaving me $.04 left over..YAY!!lol
Cheri L on December 2nd, 2008 at 1:27 PM
I would get the following:
Lexington convertible crib #9990000041794811
Evenflo travel System #024W910300110001
Compact refrigerator #13700000HSB03BPG
and any leftover I would let the grandkids pick out some clothes.
Linda J. on December 2nd, 2008 at 1:40 PM
Kmart item# 1080000001920297
Kodak KOD 1920297 EASYSHARE Z1085IS DIGITAL CAMERA, 10MP 5X OPTICAL ZOOM $249.99
I'd buy two of these-- one for me, and one for my SO so he wouldn't constantly be using mine.
Victoria on December 2nd, 2008 at 1:43 PM
Kmart item# 012W804958950001 Mfr. model# ELCHS321
A miracle if it happens.
Lisa C. on December 2nd, 2008 at 1:44 PM
I'd start with an Apple 8GB iPod® Nano Digital Media Player - Silver (Kmart item #018W929084370001 Mfr. model# MB598LL/A). Then a TomTom Go 720 Refurbished Auto Navigation System (Kmart item# 2320000001M00783 Mfr. model# 1M00.783). And finally, a Hamilton Beach Stay or Go 6 Quart Slow Cooker (Kmart item# 9990000036336611 Mfr. model# 36336611)
carol on December 2nd, 2008 at 1:49 PM
Element 32 in. (Diagonal) Class LCD Integrated HDTV (720p)
Kmart item #012W804958950001
Mfr. model #ELCHS321
User Rating: 3 ratings
You Pay: $499.99
I'd love to win, many thanks for the fantastic giveaway.
bellows22 on December 2nd, 2008 at 2:05 PM
I would love to win ! I would apply it toward the purchase of the following item:
Sylvania 32 in. Class LCD HDTV/DVD Combo
Kmart item# 9990000096242911 Mfr. model# LD320SS8
Ellie on December 2nd, 2008 at 2:05 PM
I love the Monterey 2 door Armoir in cherry!
# 139000CDC-3359-K- $299.99
Thanks for the giveaway!
bellows22 on December 2nd, 2008 at 2:06 PM
I tweeted!
kyroberthl on December 2nd, 2008 at 2:06 PM
Element 32 in. Diagonal Class LCD Integrated HDTV 720p Kmart item #012W804958950001
Mfr. model #ELCHS321 price is $499.99 , This is a great prize, Thank you for the chance to win.
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