Happy Friday: Frugal Father’s Day Gift

By Bryn | Operations Manager

Jun 10, 2016 @ 4:35 PM MDT

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Happy Friday Father's Day

Sent from reader, Jennine:

Hi Hip2Save team! I just wanted to say thanks so much for helping me save money. I am a 24 year old girl who is super tight on money since I can’t work because of my health issues. I specifically want to say thanks for helping me score a free deal for my dad on Father’s Day.

Holidays typically stress me out because I can’t afford gifts but for this one I was able to get it free. You posted about getting free lays stacks so I got them for my dad and then wrote little things I love about him on the lid. My dad is a pastor of a small church and he can go hours without eating anything because he just doesn’t have stuff to eat at the office. I know it’s something small but I know he will love it (probably because I know my dad loves any type of food) plus when he has hard days at the office hopefully my encouragement will help him.

HAPPY FRIDAY!

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Michelle June 10, 2016 at 4:41 pm MST

I always tell my kids and husband, “it is never how much you spend on a gift but the thought that counts”. You show everyone that you love and thoughtfulness is worth far more than any gift you could have purchased. I hope you Dad knows just how much you love him!

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Heather C. June 10, 2016 at 9:21 pm MST

Agree 100%!! ❤

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babymair June 10, 2016 at 4:41 pm MST

How sweet. Im sure ur dad will love this gift., since it onlinees from ur very big heart. God Bless .

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SallyDixon June 10, 2016 at 4:44 pm MST

This is so sweet. Gifts that onlinee from the heart don’t have to cost any money!!!

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Nina June 10, 2016 at 4:56 pm MST

It’s definitely “the thought that counts” so sweet. ☀️

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Maggie June 10, 2016 at 5:02 pm MST

Love this sweet idea. This is what gifting is all about. xoxo

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debern June 10, 2016 at 5:10 pm MST

What a sweet story and what a blessing to have a daughter like you. My dad does not want me spending money on him so I send baked goods for his wicked sweet tooth. He is elderly and can eat whatever he wants thank goodness.

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Erin June 10, 2016 at 5:18 pm MST

Bet he’ll save the lids. Actually, Stax containers are sturdy plastic. Maybe he’ll upcycle/reuse them.

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Mary June 10, 2016 at 5:25 pm MST

The thought to please your father is what really counts, like our Father in Heaven. Thanks for sharing.

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Judy June 10, 2016 at 5:31 pm MST

love it!

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Heather C June 10, 2016 at 5:38 pm MST

God bless you- this was a fantastic idea! 😇

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Liezl June 10, 2016 at 5:45 pm MST

I’m sure your Dad would appreciate it and it’s the thought that counts. You are the sweetest!👍🏼

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Jennine June 10, 2016 at 6:11 pm MST

Thanks everyone you are all very sweet 🙂

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Kellie j June 10, 2016 at 6:20 pm MST

How thoughtful! Love this!

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Nicole June 10, 2016 at 6:21 pm MST

super sweet idea!

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J June 10, 2016 at 6:23 pm MST

I love this, so very sweet! I’m sure he will be so touched and keep those lids forever 🙂💜👍🏻

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Sarah June 10, 2016 at 6:33 pm MST

Love this! My dad lived in an assisted living center and one year they asked children of residents to send a letter recalling favorite memories. This idea made me think of the letters. My dad’s aide said she would see him reading the letters we sent him numerous times always with a smile on his face. Thanks for sharing your idea!!

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Dawn June 10, 2016 at 6:36 pm MST

It’s always the thought (never what’s bought!) that counts. My husband and kids know I don’t want anything on a so-called “special” day except a hug and kiss and if they make a card, picture or letter that’s such a bonus!!! 😊❤️❤️❤️ My husband feels the same and we don’t waste $$$ on each other for our birthdays. (We do for the kids–I mean just not him and I) I hate that every holiday is onlinemercialized the crap out it for the sake of money. Our society is messed up.

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Laura June 10, 2016 at 6:42 pm MST

Too sweet! I no longer have my father. Enjoy every moment!!

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Shannon June 10, 2016 at 6:51 pm MST

So heart warnings. Kuddos to this thoughtful daughter who knows how to show her father how much she loves and appreciates him.

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Yessenia June 10, 2016 at 7:32 pm MST

I love this!! These are the kind of gifts my dad would’ve enjoyed.

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angela June 10, 2016 at 7:37 pm MST

I always think about doing something thoughtful and corny lovey dovey for my husband. Then I remember when I worked retail and my boss received a “just because” gift of some flowers and a card from his wife. He played it off thanking her. Then as soon as she left he tossed them lol. That stuck in my head for over 10 years now. So now I always second guess thoughtful gifts.

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rosie June 10, 2016 at 8:12 pm MST

Sounds very odd! Flowers from wife to husband… i used to get flowers as an apology sometimes, so maybe he did not accept her apology… anyways, gifts are wonderful. Please don’t let this gesture bring you down!

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Loyda June 10, 2016 at 8:21 pm MST

That’s beautiful because it’s a present from your heart. 💋💋

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kelly June 10, 2016 at 8:25 pm MST

Could we donate to you assisting your father?

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Sarah June 10, 2016 at 8:38 pm MST

I second this, if possible!

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Heather C. June 10, 2016 at 9:23 pm MST

Love this idea! So sweet! Might have to steal this idea… I’ll have my girls do this with Reeses for my husband. They’re his favorite!

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Diane June 10, 2016 at 10:00 pm MST

I am sorry your health issues prevent you from working. If you are interested in earning some money from home Colin has mentioned several ways in past post. The two I can reonlinemend are Swag Bucks and Pinecone research. For Swag Bucks you watch videos, play games, answer surveys to earn points which convert into gift cards. I redeem for PayPal so I can get cash. Pinecone each survey you onlineplete is $3.00. You won’t get rich but you could easily earn $50.00+ per month.

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bitty June 10, 2016 at 10:16 pm MST

This is so sweet!

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Angela V. June 10, 2016 at 11:58 pm MST

Love this idea! Not only practical but thoughtful/heartfelt!

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Princess June 11, 2016 at 12:54 am MST

That is super cute and creative. I’m sure he will love it because it onlinees from a very sweet and thoughtful daughter. 😀

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Molly June 11, 2016 at 4:50 am MST

Love this idea! Honestly the best gifts I’ve ever received are the ones the kiddos create. They grow up so fast and looking back on their little scribbles and finger painting art makes me smile everyday! It really is the thought not the price tag that matters! Thabks for sharing your idea!

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Susie June 11, 2016 at 10:25 am MST

As a parent of two young adults, I can tell you first hand how much your dad will be appreciative of such a kind gesture with such loving words. 🙂

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Nikki June 11, 2016 at 3:30 pm MST

Thanks for sharing, what sweet idea!

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