Seeing the awe and wonder on your child’s face the first time they witness Cinderella’s castle is the dream of most Disney-loving parents. For some of us, the thrill of getting a picture with a genuine Disney princess or Captain Hook is reason enough to book a family Disneyland holiday.
However, jetting off to a Disney theme park is beyond the means for most, so how do you appease your yearning for Disney without significantly stretching your budget? Thankfully, it is possible, and with a sprinkling of pixie dust, we are here to show you how to enjoy Disney merch on a budget.
Online Auctions
It is possible to amend your settings on online auction sites such as eBay to send an automated email every time an item with specific keywords is added to the inventory for your geographical location. For example, if you are on the lookout for a mint condition, sealed VHS tape of the Little Mermaid from 1989, then this is one of the most likely places it will turn up. Alternatively, if your kids don’t mind that their toys aren’t in the original packaging, then you can score some fabulous deals on eBay but ensure you don’t get caught up in a bidding war that goes beyond your budget.
Craft Time
You can buy a ‘genuine’ Elsa wig online for over $20. However, you could also make your own Disney princess yarn wig for a fraction of the price and keep your child entertained while making it. You will need about 250 to 350 yards of white yarn, a crochet hook, and a woolen beanie hat with holes in it.
There are plenty of fun Disney-themed craft ideas for kids (and adults) of all ages. Consider making an entire weekend themed to a Disney movie, from the Friday night family movie to a full day of crafting on Saturday. We are sure every kid will enjoy making these popsicle-stick crafts of Lightning McQueen and friends, followed by Cars-shaped pancakes on Sunday morning.
Toy Libraries
Have you researched whether your town has a toy library? We know that children often get bored of their toys quickly, so a toy library is an ideal solution. Toy librarians can offer advice on child development and how to incorporate an affinity for Disney. Toy libraries also aim to encourage values of honesty, sharing, and meeting with families from all walks of life. In addition, they can be a wealth of information about toy maintenance, repairs, and discount options.
Disney Discounts
Did you know that there’s a website that provides shopDisney coupon codes? Deals on Disney products are continuously being added and amended, so it is worth bookmarking the pages for future reference. Whether you are looking for an Aurora costume for a five-year-old or the perfect Disney Christmas tree ornament for your great-aunt, we are confident that you’ll discover some fantastic bargains.
Speak Up
Free stuff is the price that many would prefer to pay if given a choice. We would encourage you to speak up and post a message on a social media group in your area enquiring about used Disney merchandise. Parents of older children might welcome the opportunity to offload the Disney-themed toys that their kids have long since outgrown and are currently collecting dust. Just like when Andy decided to pass his beloved Woody onto another deserving child in Toy Story, so too can your kids pay it forward one day.
Throw a Party
If the Mad Hatter taught us anything, it is that there is always an excuse for a tea party. We can’t think of a better way to enjoy Disney merch on a budget than by throwing a party. It’s up to you whether to invite a few stuffed animals for a Beauty and the Beast-themed luncheon or your child’s entire class for a Cars-themed drive-in theater. With a touch of creativity and a splash of Moana’s determination, we are confident that you can throw a memorable bash for any age, complete with Disney-themed fun and games.
We hope that we’ve shown you a few ways that you can pacify your love for Disney without flexing your bank card. An investment in authentic Disney merchandise might pay enormous dividends for some people. However, for many of us, it is the authentic joy and nostalgia of watching a Disney movie or playing with Disney merch that we continue to recreate with the next generation.
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