I used a money-saving app. On a smartphone. (Whaaa??)

Target's Cartwheel app on Kelle Hampton's blog, Enjoying the Small Things. I didn't pay a lot of attention to it, though, because I was under the impression that you had to have a smart phone to use it, and it turns out I was totally wrong. (although a smart phone does make the process easier...)

Speaking of smart phones...

By the way (and I promise I am going to devote a post to this soon), I got a smartphone.

the frugal girl smartphone

Yep.

Go ahead and pick yourself up off the floor.

Lest you freak out, I should tell you that it's refurbished, it's no-contract, I bought it outright, and I'm still basically on a pay-as-you-go plan.

So it's costing me very little, but I do have the option of using apps and such if I want to. It's kind of perfect for me.

And since I have to pay for non-wifi usage, I think there's about a 0% chance that I'm going to become one of those super-addicted smartphone users I was terrified of becoming. I'm way too cheap to do that.

Anyway!

I'll tell you more about my phone and my plan and whatnot in another post, so withhold judgment until then. 😉

For now, though, that info is relevant because you need to know that I actually used a money-saving app. I think this is a first for me, although I'm sure it's not the last.

Zee App

So, Target's Cartwheel app is free, and basically, it offers you a bunch of different discounts to choose from.

You pick the ones you want (at first, you're limited to ten), buy the products, let the cashier scan your Cartwheel barcode (on your phone, or you can print it at home and bring it to the store), and your discounts are automatically applied. IMG_9260

When I scrolled through the Cartwheel offerings, I was pleased to see that there are discounts on practical, everyday necessities...you don't have to buy stuff you don't need in order to get Cartwheel savings.

This is good.

For instance, you can get 5% off on lots of Target's private label food items, including quite a few from their organic line. target simply balanced cartwheel discount

There are also some 5% discounts on produce, like kiwis and avocados.

In addition to food items, I also found cartwheel offers on practical clothing items like belts, socks, and undies (which we happened to be in need of.)

Zee Purchases

In addition to the organic stuff pictured above, I got some Archer Farms essentials.

archer farms cartwheel discount

Lisey and I both needed belts, so we each got one (20% off).

target belt cartwheel discount

Joshua and Lisey were in serious need of socks, and luckily, there was a Hanes discount. Yay!

hanes socks target

(Side note: I have not yet adjusted to Joshua's recent growth spurt, because at first, I went to the boy's sock section and only after staring at the sizes for a minute did I realize that I ought to be in the men's sock section!)

We also picked up some undies, but I didn't feel it was necessary to photograph those. 😉

My children appreciate that.

There was a 20% off Cartwheel deal on Converse, so we stopped and looked even though none of us actually need a new pair. converse cartwheel discount

Love these ones!

IMG_9240 But ultimately, sense prevailed and we moved on. Hopefully there will be a Cartwheel deal when someone outgrows their current pair.

Unrelated tip: I also bought some Gold Medal unbleached flour (which is my fave!) because Target has the best everyday low price that I've found. I also buy my Tazo tea bags there for the same reason.

My Thoughts

What do I think of the Cartwheel app?

Well, the ability to save money on things I would have bought already is always awesome in my book. And I especially love that some of the discounts are on necessary things (butter!) that are already fairly priced (the private label Target brands).

Also, you can totally use the Cartwheel discount with things like coupons or your RedCard discount, which would really maximize your savings.

I also like that Target has free wifi, which means that pay-as-you-go smartphone owners (like yours truly) can browse the app and change selections in-store without having to pay for data.

I did run into two snags on my Target trip. For one thing, the Target I shop at isn't a Super Target, which means that it doesn't carry as many items, especially in the grocery section. So, even though kiwis were discounted on the app, I couldn't use that discount since my store doesn't carry them.

I ran into the same thing with some of the organic items, though I did find the honey and frozen fruit.

Using my phone and the free wifi, I was able to change my offers instore (I swapped out unavailable ones for available ones) but I think the app would be slightly more user-friendly if you could choose your local store. Then the Cartwheel app could filter the offers and only show you the ones available in your store.

The other issue I ran into was at checkout. For some reason, my code wasn't working on the scanner, so the cashier sent me over to the customer service desk, which turned out to be a bad idea because Cartwheel discounts can't be easily fixed there. The poor associate had to manually redo my discounts (which is why my receipts are a little wonky, and the one up there earlier in the post doesn't show all of my purchases or discounts.)

Because of these two snags, my shopping trip took longer than it would normally have. However, once I use the Cartwheel app more, I'll have a better handle on which discounts won't apply at my store, and hopefully the cashier scanning issue won't happen again.

If that's the case, then this will be an easy and quick way to save.

Oh! One other thing. Through the app, you can scan the barcodes of items in-store to see if there's a Cartwheel discount. I'm a smartphone newbie, though, so I didn't figure out how to use the scanner until after I came home from the store.

Doh.

The rest of you smartphone veterans should have no problem, though, and I'll definitely try out my new scanning skills next time, as it's a super fast way to check if there are discounts on stuff that's already in your cart.

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859 Comments

  1. Eggwhites! They are always available more cheaply than at Wal-Mart and Aldi's. I also like to pick up E.L.F. products at Target...cause hello, beauty for cheap!

  2. There are so many things to love at target! I buy Tazo teas most frequently though. They have the best supply in town.

  3. When I go to Target, I'll probably be checking out with clothes, baby items, and snack foods. I especially like their fruit snacks.

  4. Their jam prices are excellent. And we buy most of our frozen fish there. And containers. LOVE their home decor.

  5. The Target I shop at the most is not a super Target. I mostly buy cleaning products adn paper products (toilet paper). I also buy the organic sheets.

  6. I buy all of my toiletries at Target - LOVE the private label body wash! I also get my exercise clothes and some groceries there.

  7. I get SO excited to shop at Target, because there's not one near me, so I only go when I'm visiting family. I love how they have just EVERYTHING, but my favorite thing is that they have a LOT of non-antibacterial soap options, which makes me happy.

  8. I used to go to Target to buy Sister Schubert rolls from the freezer, but they stopped carrying them. Now I like to go to buy kids clothes.

  9. I've read this blog from the beginning posts and love it. Thank you for what you do. This is my first comment. I love to buy organic food at Target and lots of odds and ends that I hadn't planned on. Their marketing in the store is masterful!

  10. I LOVE the Cartwheel app as well and have been using it for some time. I love Target brand items as well....especially when you can use the Cartwheel discount too!! My favorite thing to buy at Target is in the Toy clearance...great prices!!!

  11. I do most of my grocery shopping at Target, but I love their homeware stuff. Got a great serving bowl the other day!

  12. Socks! I love the Alaska Knits knee socks for me, and I love the Circo toddler socks for the 2.5 year old. Those toddler socks are a bit more expensive than buying a pack of socks, but they have writing on the bottom that serves the double duty of providing grippy bottoms and size labeling (so helpful for those quickly-growing feet).

  13. Awesome timing, Kristen! Budget won't allow for new smartphone and monthly contract, but recently clued into the fact that I could get a refurbished one and just use wi-fi - can't wait to hear about your experience....

  14. I've used the Cartwheel app a few times. I didn't know about the scanner, either! That sounds like it'll be useful in the future. 🙂

    I'd love to win a gift card!

  15. The Target by me is the only place I can find Kodiak Cake mix -- it's a whole grain and natural "just add water" pancake mix. We camp a lot, and whenever I'm at Target and it's available and in stock I buy a few boxes at a time.

  16. I am so thankful we now have a Target in our local town! 🙂 I enjoy buying some of their organic products as well as finding some great things on clearance. I have a beautiful floral print pea coat I bought at the end of last winter for only $12!

  17. I buy all my toiletries and certain grocery items at Target, because they are often cheaper than the grocery store or drugstore (especially with my REDcard discount!) I also like their clothing!

  18. ELF Makeup! It's high-quality yet SUPER affordable. I go to Target for almost all of my cosmetic needs and ELF saves me buunncheess on makeup especially.

    1. What I meant to say was: I love Target, and pretty much love everything from there, but probably clothing and toys are my favorites! 🙂

  19. I like buying craft kits at Target. They have some neat kiddo sets and the price is almost always reasonable. My second favorite thing is wedding gifts. I love it when the couple-to-be registers there. It is so easy to get something trendy and budget friendly at Target.

  20. Whoops, posted before finishing!
    Thanks for the review, will definitly be checking the app out. I like to buy 7th generation diapers for my little boy. Good price compared to other places.

  21. I like to buy cat food and treats there, the prices on the brands I use are the best I have found, and they sometimes have bigger coupons just for use there. It's also fun to buy clothes at Target - I've gotten some great deals!

  22. Uuuuummm ... what don't I like to buy at Target? I love their twice yearly toy sales, using their mobile coupons for $1/$1 or more fruit and veggies for virtually free produce, the gift card back promos ... I could go on all day!

  23. I bought girls' leggings at Target like 8 years ago, and they are still going strong! (I'm 25; I'm lucky I fit them - they're great under pants in the winter or for a warmup piece at the gym.)

  24. I like buying the essentials there - bread, milk, eggs, deli meat etc. I always their Market Pantry brand. More bang for my buck.

  25. Oh, everything there is my favorite thing to buy, lol. I like NOOSA Yoghurt and thats the only place that sells it around here so that is one of them 🙂

  26. I love Target, it's my favorite store!!
    I buy tons of clothes & shoes there 🙂 And home accessories & cleaning supplies. I also love their makeup section.
    Target rules!!! 🙂

  27. I don't shop too much at Target, just cuz it's out of the way for me, but when I do, it's usually for clothes.

  28. I get my prenatal vitamins, diapers (with stacked coupons) and workout clothes at Target! Who am I kidding, I like to get everything there! Oh and the Saturday after thanksgiving, I got my iphone 5s with a discount and coupon. I love Target!

  29. In the winter, my favorite thing to buy at Target is their very reasonable priced frozen fruit. The mixed berries are especially a staple at our house.

  30. I love Target and have found that have the best prices on a few of our favorites...including Oikos greek yogurt, my sons favorite sliced cheese and bagels! Have been skeptical about trying the app, but you have me convinced....going to try it next time we shop!!

  31. I love to browse their clearance shelves. But I also get all my prescriptions there. The pharmacy at the Kalamazoo store has the nicest most knowledgeable pharmacists I have ever dealt with.

  32. I buy lots of stuff at Target - lots of clothes, also socks, tights and leggings, and shoes, too. Target is basically my favorite store. 🙂

  33. I don't think I could pick just one thing I buy everything there! Children and baby items are probably what I love the best!

  34. I love target! Although we've taken to calling it the $200 toilet paper store- I go in for toilet paper and $200 and a cartfull later, I make it out!

    That's probably taboo to post on a money-saving blog but it is true. And in all fairness, we just moved so we've been buying "house stuff"- Shelves, bins, end tables, sheets, etc. are all things I love to guy at target.

  35. I love Target and I use the Cartwheel app constantly! I would say that my favorite thing to buy at Target is stuff from the home and office section... but I think the most frequently purchased item is cat litter! I actually was part of a blog link-up about what we would buy at Target with $500. It was really fun to have a virtual shopping spree!

    http://simply--a.blogspot.com/2013/12/500-at-target.html

  36. My favorite thing to do at Target is to buy stuff from the One Spot! I generally find little fun and useful trinkets to send off to my friend in Germany!

  37. Funnily enough, the Tazo Tea I posted about last week came from Target, which does seem to have the best price.

  38. I love Target's clothes! You can get super-cute stuff for great prices on sale. I am also a fan of hearing they have their own line of organic! Going to have to check that out to see if we can save!

  39. My favorite thing to buy at Target is their store brand snacks... especially cookies and granola bars. Their Christmas mint/chocolate granola bars were awesome!!

  40. I love the Target brand dishwasher detergent. Cleans as well as the name brand but costs half the price...and I usually have a paper Target coupon and a cartwheel discount when I am in need of it!

  41. I like their diapers and wipes best. Boring, but necessary! I love that cartwheel app but I don't let myself look at it before I go, I just scan the items I already have right before we check out. That way I don't buy things just bc there's a coupon.

  42. I like to buy kids clothes at Target. We do a lot of second-hand shopping in this area, but for shoes or special items I tend to have good luck with Target.

  43. I'm not sure that I could pick a favorite thing at Target - we go there pretty regularly for household things. I do love that several food staples are way cheaper at Target than at our local grocery store. Since my son's birthday is this week, I'll say one of my favorite things to buy there is kid birthday gifts. They always have a pretty good selection without being totally overwhelming like some of the large toy stores. 🙂

  44. love their clearance aisle (70% off!) for clothes and hitting the dollar spot at the front of the store for little b-day gifts for nieces, nephews, and my own kids.

  45. I love Target's clearance rack. During this winter season my favorite thing to buy from Target is scarves in the clearance section!

  46. Amy's frozen meals! Target has the best price (non-sale) and I use these for school lunches for my gluten-free daughter when I don't have anything that matches what's on the school menu (gluten-free fish sticks? naw, I'll send some Amy's enchiladas today). Thanks for the giveaway!

  47. I always get my household goods / toiletries from Target. I also love their home accessories.. esp the Nate Berkus line!

  48. I love to buy clothes at Target, especially when they're on sale! Currently my Target has racks and racks of mark-downs!
    I also enjoy their fun sock collection.

  49. SO many things to choose from, but I do like their fruit leather strips for my kids...and you can usually find a coupon + cartwheel discount to pair with it!

  50. With that big a gift card, I would buy ALL of Target!! No, really, I'd get some new sheets for the kids and clothes for me, and maybe something for husband if he's nice.

  51. I like buying everything at Target but if I had to pick one I would pick home decor!!! Hands down my favorite store!!!

  52. I don't go to Target often, but I would with such a great gift card! 😀

    My favorite thing to buy at Target is kitchen stuff. They have nicer things than Meijer and WalMart seem to.

  53. Oooh that would buy me so much. I love the clothes at Target, so maybe this could let me buy new clothes every month. Or I could splurge and buy the Wii U console which I've been wanting for so long!

  54. Right now my favorite thing to buy at Target is Baby gear. We're expecting our first child in May, and it's where my registry is.

  55. Milk. They have the best regular price there, and we go through a lot. Plus it's one of the closest two stores to me, so I'm there a lot.

    Also, thanks for the info. I had heard you could do it without a smartphone but didn't know how that worked. Does it bug you that they (presumably) collect more of your personal shopping patterns/data with it? Or has that ship already so thoroughly sailed that it doesn't matter?

  56. I love buying tp, paper towels and cereal at Target. They are almost always cheaper than the grocery store for those items. Of course, I tend to buy a lot more than that at Target. Man, do I ever love Target.

  57. Love Target! I get a lot of my food there on the weekends like canned tomatoes and pasta--things that are the same everywhere, but seem to be more reasonably priced at my Target.

  58. Auntie Anne's organic fruit snacks are my favorite things to buy from Target. They carry the biggest variety in town.

  59. I get most of our groceries (everything but produce and meat items at least) at Target...for the most part, I've found it to be cheaper than Safeway.

  60. When someone needs a clothing item that we can't find or buy used, we often end up at Target. So much of their stuff is cute!

  61. What do I love to buy at target? Clothes, shoes, accessories, groceries, make up, cute kitchen towels and other kitchens items, candles, bath accessories, doormats, cd's...i could go on & on. Target is my happy place!

  62. I love to buy, well, EVERYTHING! at Target : ) I especially like that they also have a Starbucks! Mine is a Super Duper Target because I'm in the Target's home town of Minneapolis.

  63. I buy most of my groceries at Target- using manufacturer coupons, combined with Target coupons and using cartwheel saves our family a lot of money.

  64. Love the Cartwheel app! I've been using it for a couple months, but just learned about the barcode scanning feature. I was able to use it on my last shopping trip and it was awesome! My favorite thing to buy at Target is goodies out of the OneSpot. I love finding hidden gems (tiny collapsible funnel, anyone?) that don't make me feel like I'm breaking the bank.

    1. I love the cartwheel app... no coupon clipping. I buy everything from food to clothes... I love their simply balanced organics.

  65. I love the Cartwheel. With Cartwheel, a Target Q, a Manu Q, and the RedCard 5%, you can get some super deals.

    My favorite thing to buy at Target is apparently a cart full of stuff. lol I truly love the Market Place line. Great quality.

  66. I saw cartwheel before but didn't think it was worth the app - after your review I'll have to get it for my phone! Thanks for scoping it out first!

  67. I love everything at Target..although I am a farmwife and if I have any extra spending money that's where I like to go!!

  68. Up & Up Diapers & Up & Up pediasure!

    I just got a smartphone this week and the first app I downloaded is Cartwheel. Can't wait to use it!

  69. I buy pantry staples such as King Arthur's Whole-Wheat Flour, over-the-counter prenatal vitamins (love the Rainbow Light brand!), and am always browsing the dollar section for things to use in my preschool classroom!

  70. I like to buy groceries at Target-- using manufacture coupons matched with Target coupons to get some great deals!!

  71. A few years ago I would have said cat food and cat litter, but now I have to say diapers! Things change with a little guy! 🙂

  72. Things for the home, on clearance of course. We have very limited shopping here in Kalispell, MT, but we do have Target.

  73. Thank you for the helpful review! My favorite Target purchases are paper products. Their brands are consistently the highest quality/lowest price.

  74. My favorite thing to buy is up and up diapers!!! Cartwheel sometimes has a 10 percent discount on them, then you can double that with a weekly ad that offers gift cards..my daughter is in size 3's, and I was able to get diapers for 9 cents a piece!! I'm also pregnant with #2, so I stocked up !

  75. I got a great set of 3 solid plastic cutting boards at target for $10, and they're still going strong! What a great deal!

  76. So, full disclosure, I left a comment for this on another blog I follow, New Dress A Day, and I'm not sure if I'm allowed to have a second entry on your blog or not, but as my dad would say "If you don't ask, the answer is always 'no.'" . . .So, my favorite thing to buy at Target is hair care products and sunscreen in the summer. Also, my daughter loves the plethora of My Little Pony products.

  77. I love Target! The store here in Raleigh, NC is always clean and the aisles are not cluttered. I always go there first for home items.

  78. Oooh, the home stuff. Lamps, pillows, sheets, shower curtains... Target does have cute stuff. Too bad I don't really need any of that cute stuff, guess I'll just look.

  79. I don’t think I’ve ever been in a Target. Only because there is no store handy. A few months ago I noticed a Target near my credit union so if I win I can go to that one. Hey, if I win I’d drive 50 miles out of my way so I could go on the shopping spree!

  80. I have pretty good luck finding clothes for myself on clearance at Target. They also have good sales on videos.

  81. Target's too far away for regular shopping for us for us (1 1/2 hours), but we just bought a car seat from them online because they had a discount on the one we wanted.

  82. Lemi Shine because it gets rid of the hard water stains in my washer and dishwasher and on my dishes. My girlfriend told me about it. It's found in the dish washing section. Love the stuff. Haven't found it anywhere else. And it's all natural citrus.

  83. We buy many household items at Target every week. It is always the first store we stop at on shopping day. Love Tazo tea and Target is the only place I have been able to find my Tazo Chai!

  84. I shop their clearance end caps every week but my favorite thing to buy is their brand light string cheese.

  85. We shop at Target all the time and buy almost anything (that we need) if I can combine a coupon+ manufacturer coupon + cartwheel. That makes for HUGE savings.

  86. Target has a little something for everyone. Hubby likes the electronics, kids love the toy department, I love the grocery selection, clothing and baby products!

  87. I love their clothes and accessories. They have some unique and different items you can't find at other stores.

  88. I pretty much buy everything at Target but I really love shopping their clearance items on endcaps throughout the store - after a holiday especially, I stock up!

  89. My favorite thing to buy at Target is going to Target and finding the greatest deal on something I need but had forgotten about. So really something I want but since it is such a great deal, it's worth the splurge!!

  90. I like to buy personal care products because I can stack a manufacturer's coupon with a Target coupon (that's pretty much the only thing I use coupons for!).

  91. I love shopping at Target! My favorite things to get there are clothes for the kids. I also do really well there with household items on clearance. Just bought my kids new sheets for half price, they are so soft and cozy!

  92. Target....Anything and everything. Although I drool the specialty imported items like a stool I just saw with a fabric woven seat.

  93. I shop at Target for exercise clothes, kids clothes, and cleaning products. Our Target has limited grocery items, but I have found some fabulous bargains in that department.

    1. I like to buy clothes,groceries, kid's clothes and kitchen things.Target is my go to store for multi purpose shopping trips.I love Target because I can get all my shopping done in one store.

  94. I love Target brand groceries. They also have a nice selection of baby products. We don't have a Target where we live but always make a point of stopping when we visit relatives 🙂

  95. I'm not sure I can narrow down my list for what I like to shop for at Target. They have become one my favorite places to find just about anything

  96. My favorite things at Walmart are home decor items. They have a huge selection and beautiful things at low prices.

  97. In the past, I bought EVERYTHING at Target. Love that store. These days though, I stick to just accessories (umbrellas, sunglasses, watches, belts) when I need them.

  98. I , too, recently got a smartphone after many years of resistance. Cartwheel is awesome! Another great thing about it is that you can use a store coupon, a manufacturer's coupon, and Cartwheel combined on the same item (if you have them). The deals can also be reused over and over again until they expire and can apply to more than one item per purchase. I agree that it is great that Target includes Cartwheel items that are normal purchases. My favorite Cartwheel deal I've gotten so far is on a gallon of milk - 20% off - put the price well below our local grocery store. But, my favorite thing to buy at Target is home decor. They have such cute stuff!

  99. I love looking for meat markdowns. Recently they had their really nice chicken breasts for about $4.xx with a $3 coupon on the pack. I bought all 4 packs and cooked it right away. It was nice to have some pre cooked meat to use in quick meals!

  100. Honestly I try to avoid Target because they have such tempting displays of things I like--children's clothes, kitchen items, home decor... I go in when I have a little extra money to spend or want to get someone a gift pretty much.

  101. My favorite Target thing is their homewares, especially when they're on sale. They always seem to have something a little more trendy and really cool before the other stores do.

  102. I love buying home decor at Target ad I am a huge fan of the Target Cartwheel app - especially the one day sales! Before Christmas we had been holding off on buying outdoor Cristmas lights to purchase them at the after-Christmas sales, but Target had a one day sale for 50% off all lights so we actually got to use them this year! And we needed new sheets but the good ones are so expensive. Target had 50% off for one day on their premium Fieldcrest sheets a coupleof weeks ago so we bought a set then. Love the app!

  103. The nearest Target to me is an hour drive (right by my nearest Aldi). So I make the trip every couple of months to stock up on diapers. They have the best deal on good quality diapers.

  104. The nearest Target to me is an hour drive (right by my nearest Aldi). So I make the trip every couple of months to stock up on diapers.

  105. We buy lots of things at Target! It's my go to store for almost everything. Stubs BBQ sauce has many flavors and Target carries most of them.

  106. I love Target for pharmacy items like vitamins, bandaids, pain relievers, etc. The prices on Target's Up and Up brand is always better than the generics at other pharmacies in my area!

  107. Target SuperStore is my go to for just about everything. I love that it is a one-stop shop! One of my favorite things are the Lemon Poppyseed scones. I don't buy baked goods very often, but when I do it is always these!

  108. I shop the clearance clothes racks year round for Christmas, birthday, and other needed items for my kids and others. I have found some great things at really reduced prices. Thanks for the chance to win!

  109. Wow, thanks so much for the heads-up on this app! Awesomeness!

    Let's see... I love shopping at Target. One of my fave things to pick up is Clif Z-Bars. They are super yummy, organic soft granola bars. So delicious and healthy! Target carries a great variety of flavors.

    Have a blessed day!

  110. My favorite thing to buy at Target is clothing for my daughter. It seems like the Circo brand holds up well, and it's inexpensive. I'm also a fan of the Threshold Performance sheets on my bed which came from Target, and I could totally use a second set.

  111. I am a dedicated Target shopper, as there is one 1/2 mile from my house. I especially like their pharmacy rewards program. And my favorite thing to check out is the clearance stationary rack.

  112. My FAVORITE Thing to buy @ Target is CUTE Storage Containers ! 🙂
    They always Have a CUTE Container for whatever I need it for 😉

  113. I love buying groceries from them. They have good sales and some pretty good regular prices on basics. Plus I can't resist the after holiday candy sales.

  114. We love the Target brand diapers. They are a little wider in the leg, they don't have the perfume smell and are so much cheaper.

  115. My favorite thing to buy at Target is the Seventh Generation line of products. Target has the best prices on these.

    Kristen, I too just took the smartphone plunge. It was a hard decision to make... but I think things like this app will make it worth my while once I get over the fear. 🙂 I am downloading cartwheel now and will be doing cartwheels through target once I see the savings!!!!

  116. I buy beauty products and cleaning supplies and when I'm feeling just a little bit like being naughty they have a really fun candy/treat aisle!

  117. I don't think I can pick just one thing that I like to buy at Target! But what first pops in my head is of course clothes, since they have great design for a great price, and gifts/toys for birthdays, holidays, because they have the best prices.

  118. Target is my favorite place for any health and beauty stuff - I find that they have good prices all the time so if I run out of something and it's not on sale somewhere else, I can get it at Target without feeling like I got ripped off.

  119. I have used the cartwheel app and the barcode scanned fine at my local Target. I like buying clothing at Target because they have current styles at reasonable prices (unlike other discount stores at which I have shopped!) and they have great sales.

  120. Diapers. Lots of diapers. And their Archer Farms coffee is really good--my husband grew up in Guatemala and we are pretty finnicky about these things!

  121. I love Target's clothes and brand of foods. Their produce is always fresh and looks great too. Ooooo and their shoes and jewelry.....I just love everything at Target!

  122. I practically buy everything at Target. I work across a parking lot from one and it is dangerous, but convenient. I LOVE my cartwheel app and I tell everyone about it. I've already saved $49.42! My most recent steal was Mrs. Meyers cleaner on clearance and an app coupon plus my redcard 5%!

  123. Starbucks coffee. Sumatra. The only kind I buy and I only buy it at Target bc they always have it cheaper than anywhere else.

  124. I buy my tazo tea there also. I'm not sure why? Amy's frozen dinners are also a good deal for packed lunches if I have NOTHING at home.

  125. Everything! Seriously that store is the bane of my existence since I love all of their home lines, plus the groceries are decently priced.

  126. Our mainstay Target purchase is Method cleaning products. My family is from Minneapolis where Target began. I can't imagine a life without Target!

  127. I love to buy a lot of things at Target. It is my absolute favorite place to shop...but if I had to pick one thing, I would say vitamins.

  128. Not sure I can come up with one fav. Paper products, toys/games for the kids, clothes, shoes, health and beauty items. You name it. I usually buy it at Target!

  129. Pretty much everything: clothes, cosmetics, gifts, food shopping for my family. I also buy cat food; they have a 36-can multi-pack that saves me some money each month (I have 4 cats so I'm always looking for savings on their food!)

  130. I like buying clothes at Target but have found I can buy certain food items for less with the Cartwheel, RedCard (debit card) and coupons.

  131. My most frequent purchase (not my favorite) at Target is toilet paper, they almost always have the best price. My favorite thing to buy from Target is notebooks and pens.

  132. I buy borax at Target on a regular basis. We've got really hard water, so I use to help the washing machine along. The price for 20 Mule Team Borax at Target is literally HALF the price at every other store that carries it. Weird, but it's a good deal.

  133. Whaaa? There's a scanner on Cartwheel? I thought I knew everything about it!

    We usually hit Target based on coupons. Since you can stack a Target coupon with a manufacturer's coupon with Cartwheel, things like Tide (which we use for cloth diapers), toilet paper, the occasional pack of disposable diapers we buy for Disneyland trips, and candles come out even cheaper than the commissary!

  134. I think the better question is what don't I like to buy at target! I typically by accessories (hello awesome scarves!), toiletries, sleaning supplies and seasonal items at Target.

  135. I need a toddler car seat and would love to get it there. Also love the kids and women's clothes. So cute and better quality than the Walmart ones.

  136. My favorite items to buy from target are cleaning products and household goods. I try to stay as far away from Wthe other big box (which may be marginally cheaper) as possible, and with my red card I save 5% off all my purchases. They also have some incredibly cute little-man clothes, when I can find them on the clearance rack 🙂

  137. I loved Target's maternity clothes when I was pregnant! Now I like to watch for good sales on their home décor.

  138. I stay out of Target stores now because I spend too much money if I go there but when I did, I loved Target's makeup line by Sonia Kashuk. Great colors, reasonable prices. I still use her eye makeup brushes.

  139. My all time favorite Target buy is their Halloween seasonal items! Since Halloween is a long way off, my second favorite thing is home goods.

  140. Can't wait to hear more about the smartphone! Also, I had no idea Target had an app like this, so I'll have to go check it out 🙂

  141. My favorite things to buy at Target are items that are on clearance, and that I can use a manufacturer's coupon, target coupon and cartwheel discount for. Yesterday, I saved 23.00 on a 46.00 bill( total with all discounts was 23.00). I ended up with 2 bags of valentine m&M's( 25% off cartwheel, 1.00 manufactures coupon, 1.25 target coupon), 3 digornio pizzas, a Maybelline fit me stick foundation, Maybelline lipstick, 2 packages of sargento cheese, 2 large boxes of honey nut cherrios, 2 smaller boxes of multigrain cherrios. I was happy with that transaction. The other day, I got 2 really nice chef-mate cookie sheets for 4.79 with a 40% cartwheel discount.

  142. Most often bought items are exercise clothing and personal products.

    I'll add here that you can often get five dollar gift cards and coupons and target cartwheels to make a three way match.

    I have my smart phone specifically because of the money making apps and the ability to scan and compare prices.

  143. Cat food! It's the best price I've found for the Purina One Salmon and Tuna flavor, which has actual seafood as the first ingredient rather than meat by-products.

  144. I love buying clearnace clothes at Target. They move their inventory so quick there is always something nice for one of my girls on clearance.

  145. I like Target shoes! I also like just regular stuff you need once in a while (like moisture cream, hair scrunchies or barrettes), it seems like Target has a selection that is reasonable and I don't have to go to 5 stores to find something suitable.

  146. Definitely the workout clothes! Among other things, I have a pair of running capris that I use almost exclusively twice a week and after a year they haven't worn out! For $16 bucks you really can't beat that.

  147. I am downloading this app today!

    Target is one of my go-to stores. They frequently run discounts on the Naked smoothies and I love their Champion workout gear!

  148. I'm not sure there isn't anything I don't love buying at Target! It is my #1 go to for everything functional and fun that I buy for my family.

  149. I shop for a lot of items there but things like pancake mix, chocolate chips and coffee seem to be a good price compared to the grocery store (since I like a certain brand). I also like to buy t-shirts there and other clothes items for the kids.

  150. I always buy my workout clothes at Target. I have had the Cartwheel app for a couple of weeks but haven't remembered to use it yet. Now that you posted about it I must try it!

  151. My favorite thing to buy at Target is...everything???!!! Is everything an option??!! Seriously though, my family and I just started eating a very significantly different way-- much more healthy, meat proteins and veggies, much less processed crap-pretending-to-be-food. (Kind of a Paleo thing, if you know what that is.)
    Anyway, my favorite thing to buy at Target right now is: ALL OF THE HEALTHY THINGS. They have great prices on meat, veggies, fruit, tea, coffee, even gluten-free stuff is awesome and plentiful. I was surprised that Target had so much at such reasonable prices...for about 5 minutes. Then I remembered- Target is the best. Especially Super Target with extra groceries. 😉

  152. I love buying, well, just about anything at Target. They have the market on "affordable cool".

    Kristen--I have been toying with a pay-as-you-go smartphone and will be eagerly anticipating hearing about your experiences. I've noticed more and more that to get the best deals, you need one.

  153. I buy baby food at Target - between coupons, Cartwheel, and the prices (lower than my grocery store) it's sometimes cheaper than making it myself!

  154. my goodness, I shop at target every week along with my regular grocery store.

    My favorite things to buy are toiletries and frozen chicken. I feel that soon however, I will be getting plenty of baby things in April when my little man shows up!

  155. I buy pretty much everything at target. I was there today stocking up on healthy snacks for the week and I love that you can stack their sales, a cartwheel, a manufacturers coupon, and a target coupon you can print through their website OR the ones the send you on your phone, ALONG with getting the 5% for using their credit/debit card and they take off .5$ for using reusable bags. impossible to NOT save money when you use multiple methods! LOVE target. I buy pretty much all of my daughters clothes there.

  156. There isn't just ONE item I love at Target....it's ALL items! They have such nice stores and love the fact that they now offer food products so I can get everything I need in one place (just about....ours isn't a Super Target either). But, thanks for the sweepstakes offer!

  157. When I was pregnant, Target was a great place to buy maternity necessities. And now with kiddos, it's a great place for clothes for them!

  158. I buy LOTS of baby supplies there (diapers, wipes, food, snacks). I like using manufacturing coupons, along with Cartwheel and Target coupons.

  159. My favorite things to buy at Target are groceries! The Cartwheel app along with coupons and weekly specials have helped me save so much money 🙂

  160. I love Target, but I can't use the cartwheel app because last I checked, it only allowed you to sign in through Facebook, which I refuse to join. Sigh.

    Oh, and I like buying cat-related items (litter/food) and cleaning supplies at Target. I am a sucker for their store brand, and oh, their blue corn flax seed tortilla chips. 🙂

    1. That's changed now, fortunately, because I totally feel the same way. I do not log into things using facebook. Ever.

  161. I love their home accents department, I could just wander through it all day. And their kids clothes are darn cute!

  162. I buy toilet paper at Target. They've got the best price on the brand we like and with five people in the house (three of them female) we always need more.

  163. I love Target! One of my favorite stores for home items like throw rugs, shower curtains, candles, etc. I also like their Merona cardigans. Great place for discounts on toys (at season end). I'll have to check out the Tazo tea bags there. I buy them at Meijer, but if Target is lower in price, I'm there! My fav tea bags by far.

  164. I love to buy my dog's dry dog food at Target. He has a sensitive tummy and has a very particular kind of dog food which Target seems to carry at the lowest price. Love Target for many other reasons too!

  165. Anything cheap or free 🙂 I just snagged Red Baron pizzas there for less than $1.50 each for Medium or Large pizzas. Wonderful for me right now since I'm trying to manage everything at home right now while my husband recovers from surgery; and that includes homeschooling 2 boys, watching a toddler and a 4 year old along with helping my husband run his 2 businesses. Some days I need something I can just throw in the oven so we aren't eating out all the time.

  166. Ahh I did not know about the Target wifi!! I have the app but am on a very limited pay as you go phone with my used iphone and so never open it in store. You better believe that will change 🙂 I love the Market Pantry brand, the quality is excellent and I am able to keep my grocery bill under control.

  167. my favorite thing to buy at Target is...everything! I totally heart that store--lots of cute stuff at reasonable prices. i always scour the clearance sections--the endcaps that are facing the walls not the aisles, and the discounts are even better!

  168. It's not glamorous, but I love getting my little one's Earth's Best oatmeal baby cereal at Target! It's a fave!

  169. Y'know, a thousand bucks would go a long way toward buying the baby formula I'll need for the next nine or so months. And since Target almost always has the kind I need on the shelf, right now, it's my hands-down favorite thing to buy there.

    Here's something about our Super Target. When they put in the full foods section, prices in the whole store went up — mostly 5 percent to 10 percent per item, with a few exceptions both ways. I find that most of their food prices aren't competitive. Some other household consumables are priced competitively (laundry detergent) and some clothing (Circo).

  170. Everything! Target is my go to place for buying my family healthy and organic food on a budget, clothing my kids (and me) in the latest on-trend fashion finds, and decorating on the cheap. Target rocks!

  171. I love Cartwheel. It saved me a ton at Christmas. Their one day sales are amazing. 40-50% off kids clothes, toys, workout gear? Yes please!

  172. Target is a favorite store of mine so having difficulty narrowing down a favorite item to purchase. I do buy lots of the Target brand stuff, ranging from clothes to cleaning supplies to tape.

  173. So glad you dicovered this app! I also use it and it has saved me a lot. My favorite item to buy at target would definately have to be the clothea in the baby girl section. I have always been lucky enough to find some really cute designer looking items, that have lasted being passed down(I have 3 girls) at great prices (love their clearance).

  174. That's really good to know that you can print out the Cartwheel options. Like you, I assumed it wasn't an option for me because I don't have a smartphone.

    I like to buy clearance clothing and home decor at Target. And recently I found that their name brand dried cranberries (used for homemade granola bars) are cheaper than the non-brand ones at the grocery store.

  175. I buy a lot of organic items there, using my card, and receive 5% off those items. I use my Target card for our prescriptions, that way every few months we get an extra 5% shopping day, it is especially nice when it happens near birthdays and holidays!

  176. Target is a place where I can purchase an array of items; therefore, we make frequent stops there. Although we also enjoy browsing, I find myself getting grocery/household items most of the times, which is why I love that they carry some organic products. Personally, my favorite grocery items are the organic spices because I like the little glass jars they come in! 😉

  177. The nearest Target is 75 miles away, so I don't get there often. But, when I do I love to check out their clearance merchandise and home goods. I also like to make a trip for back to school items as well.

  178. We buy so much at Target we should probably buy stock in the company! It sure helps that we have one just a few miles from us and on my way home from work 🙂

  179. I love shopping at Target! Not sure I can pick a favorite thing to buy there. I think it would have to be kids clothes... the clothes are reasonably priced and well made. Plus they are cute!

  180. I love Target! I buy lots of clothes, shoes, underwear, etc for my family and food too. So glad we have the Super Target nearby! Thanks for a chance to enter and the info about the app!

  181. I like Target's clothes for the family. Also, their clearance items are always worth a look. They practically gave away their school supplies last Fall!

  182. Wow! I love Target, and I could stretch that gift card out with the Cartwheel app and the Target Red card.

  183. My absolute favorite thing to buy at Target is their home decor items. I simply adore all of their simple, but chic and well-priced wall art, curtains, furniture, lamps, bedding, etc.

    I also love that you can pair manufacturer coupons with store coupons, PLUS use cartwheel on top. I save TONS on those items at Target.

  184. I love to shop for girls bathing suits at Target. Every single one of my daughter's bathing suits came from Target last year & one was cuter than the next! Can't wait to see the ones they have this year😊

  185. My favorite thing to buy at Target is movies. I love going through the $5 and $10 movie racks because I always find really great things. It's the first place I go when I enter the store. 🙂

  186. They are one of the few places in our town where I have found decent maternity clothes. Arm and Hammer toothpaste is always cheaper here than anywhere else, also I like their Bed Head for dogs shampoos and their organic cotton sheets. I will definitely look for Tazo tea next time I am there, we drink a lot of it!

  187. My favorite thing to buy at target is clothes for work! They have a good mix of trendy and classic and my favorite... affordable!

  188. I don't have a target that is near enough to go to on a weekly basis but they do carry a few things I will go out of my way to get.

    My most favorite thing they carry is Assets which is basically off brand Spanx. They are priced well and Target carries a wide range of sizes.

  189. I have to wear professional clothes for my job. To save money, I use Dryel to clean my clothes. I cannot find Dryel anywhere other than Target. I have searched all of my local stores. I love Target for multiple reasons, but Dryel is definitely my favorite thing to buy there!

  190. If I won a $1000 gift card, I’d buy shoes for the whole family. I know it isn’t anything exciting but shoes do cost a lot and with growing boys to clothe, it would help. Thank you!

  191. My favorite thing to buy at Target is clothing basics. I love that they carry misses XS because a lot of discount clothing stores do not.

  192. We don't have a Super Target nearby, but there are some things I like to pick up there. I hit the toddler clothes clearance racks frequently. (I've got 2 boys under 4), and I like to pick up clothing essentials there like socks, underwear, tanks, and undershirts.

  193. I just had to get a new debit card because Target doesn't protect their data properly. I'm never giving them another piece of information about me.

    While I still like the store, I pay with cash only.

    Proceed at your own risk, people.

  194. We like to shop at Target for our personal hygiene products and pick up birthday and anniversary cards and presents. It's a great place to get your Christmas shopping items.

  195. Everything! Nearly everything I wear is from target, and I get tons of compliments. It's almost impossible to leave that store without spending $100, but I love it.

  196. I love love love my Cartwheel app! I use it every time I am in the store even if it's only a few cents, because it always has something I need on there!

    My favorite thing to buy at Target are the Circo clothing items for my two littlest girls. They are always super cute, all the different designs are usually mix n match, and they are almost always on sale!

  197. I love to buy all sorts of things at Target. I use Man., Target coupons and the Target Cartwheel. Plus I have the Target Red Card. I love that place.

  198. I love the clothes and accessories at Target. Also makeup, snacks, magazines, the dollar spot....... everything!

  199. I'm a clearance buyer. I'll dig through video games and electronics there almost every time I am in store

  200. i would love to win the gift card so i can update my home office starting with a new file cabinet!

  201. Ugh. We are desperately trying to cut back and save, save, save right now. And admittedly I am a Target whore. I love that place. I can never leave without spending at least $100. I love the baby food selection. It's cheaper than other places I've been and has the 3 different flavors my kid will actually eat (in the expensive squeeze pack of course.) I also overload on cereal there. It is much cheaper than the grocery store, especially my beloved Quaker Oatmeal Square (throw in a pint of berries, some milk and oatmeal squares and you have one tasty breakfast!).

  202. My favorite thing to buy at target is fresh produce when it is on sale. I love fruit! (Veggies are fine and necessary too) 🙂 I like the Target organic line as well.

  203. Target is the only place I've found in my area that stocks a cranberry tea. Also, I love buying clothes from Target! They're so fashionable and reasonably priced. I always get compliments on my Target clothes!

  204. Thanks for allowing us to have a chance at this. How amazing would this be?? We are at Target all the time. The one issue I found with their free Wi-Fi though is that when I am in the back of our store it isn't as clear of a connection. Other than that we love it. Thanks again!!!!

  205. First, baby clothes is what I love to buy at Target. Their baby/toddler section is the best nearby me, better selection of clothes, sippy cups, diapers, etc. I think I could spend that entire gift card on my toddler! OK, maybe I'd get myself a treat too. And some socks for my husband. 🙂

    Second, have you heard of Shopkick? It's an app that lets you earn points just by walking into stores and then you can turn those points (they call them kicks) into gift cards for places like Target, Red Box, Shutterfly, etc. I was pretty skeptical, but it's legit! (You can have someone send you an invite to the app which gives you 50 free kicks, or just download it from the itunes/android store.)

  206. My favorite things to buy at Target are clothing for my kids. I can usually find things they need on sale or clearance. While they keep having growth spurts I don't mind having to buy the next size up since the sales make buying their clothing affordable.

  207. We only recently moved near enough to a Target store to shop at one regularly, but n the past I've found toys and kids clothes there to be very reasonably priced. Thanks for the chance to win!

  208. When i'm in target I'll stock up on organic milk. They have 1 of the best prices on it around. But I absolutely love the benefits of the target red card for shopping online. Free shipping on Everything?! Yes, please.

  209. My favorite thing to buy at Target is girls clothes for my daughters! They always have such cute stuff and the kids grow so fast! 🙂 I also love to stop by the deli for some sushi 🙂

  210. I am about to finally give in to the smartphone world. This might be an app that I have to download. Thanks for the heads up.

  211. I have too many favorite things to buy at Target! I like their deals on Market Pantry items and shop the clearance rack for clothes for the family.

  212. I love buying everyday essentials there. I find they are pretty cheap for things like eggs, butter, bread and even tissues and sandwich bags.

  213. Our favorite thing to buy at target is their popcorn before we start a shopping trip!!! The popcorn turns target in to a family fun trip...kids are happy snacking, dad is not complaining that I want to check out all the sales/clearance. The popcorn...(and sometimes ices) just make target different 🙂

  214. Recently my favorite thing to buy is formula, as they have been giving you money back (in a gift card) when you buy certain amount. This is a product that isn't usually on sale but with the gift card I still am saving money!

  215. A Target gift card would be good! I love Target for inexpensive t-shirts. If i'm being good I can fit into a girls xl/14/16.

  216. Kids clothes when we need any, and cleaning supplies. The one by us is definitely cheaper than the local grocery stores.

  217. What don't I like to buy at Target? That is the real question. I love clothes, toiletries, paper goods, I could go on & on. Target is my happy place.

  218. I love Target and go pretty often! 🙂 I buy so many things there! . . . one of my favorites is method cleaning products and soaps!

  219. I find that cheese and milk are cheaper at my Target, as well as pantry staples. The selection isn't as big as my grocery store, but if they carry it, it's usually cheaper!

  220. My favorite thing to buy at target is definitely household items like toiletries and cleaning products. I love target's store brand so so much!

  221. Target Circo jeans are my favorite Targrt item. They are the only jeans that my fabric sensetive 10 year old daughter will wear.

  222. I buy everything most people buy at that other blue store. 🙂
    Ours only has a few groceries, so all our non-food items.

  223. I love going to Target. I usually get kids clothes/shoes, Target brand products and I have been using Cartwheel for a few months. Thanks for the tip about scanning items in the store.

  224. I like buying womens and childrens clothing and baby items. Also they have a pretty good toy clearance if you keep an eye out.

  225. The question is what don't I like to buy at Target?? Just about everything! They have the best prices on hair products and Seventh Generation products, so I buy those the most from there.

  226. I like to buy groceries as well as clothing staples at Target and even an occasional non-staple excitingly-patterned item 🙂

  227. I like to buy pasta and pasta sauce at Target. They usually have a good sale and a Target coupon to pair with it.

  228. I live within walking distance to Target and buy things there at least once a week! I buy some of my groceries and most toiletries at Target.

  229. My favorite thing to buy at Target is pajamas for the kids. I love that they have footies for the big kids, too! (They even have them in adult sizes, but so far I've stayed strong and not bought them!)

  230. Thankfully, we are past the diaper stage, but that was our most frequent purchase at Target for years! Now we've moved onto underwear, socks, some gifts, and who knows what else!

  231. What ISN'T my favorite thing to buy at Target. It's like a mecca of awesome things O.o I do love to go there for pajamas. I know, weird right? But they are so cute, and I love looking cute at bedtime. I didn't care before, but I hit a good sale on PJ sets and I just LOVE getting into pajamas at night now!

  232. I like buying cosmetics at Target. They have a wide variety, all at decent prices. For someone with sensitive skin, they have lots to choose from and I never end up spending too much.

  233. One of my favorite things at Target are these amazing soy candles. They smell so great and the glass and lid are perfect for storing small bathroom items and craft supplies!

  234. I didn't even notice this sweepstakes when I originally read the post! My favorite thing to buy at Target is from the $1 section at the front. Especially the chocolate filled panda cookies.

  235. I frequent Target regularly and used to buy stuff for my house but I have a 17 month old so now my purchases are mostly diaper, cream, baby related.

  236. We don't have a target near where I live, so I don't have a "favorite" thing to buy there. I think if I won, I'd likely donate my card to a women's halfway house for women with children in recovery from drug/alcohol issues - they probably could find lots of uses for such a gift card! Thanks for the offer/participation in the giveaway!

  237. I like to buy cat food/litter at Target, and human food too, whenever possible. It's much cheaper than at the grocery store.

  238. I love scoping out clearance items at Target. We have tried many different snacks and food items that we normall wouldn't have sampled b/c they were on clearance at Target.

  239. Target is a store that I could go to everyday because it has so many great things. My husband and I registered there for our wedding gifts. I particularly love the Rachael Ray products, and the Nate Berkus home line. Target also has great snacks. I was unaware of the Cartwheel app until your post so thank you for the money saving tip!

  240. I buy a lot of the Annie's line at my target. I stock up when the mac n cheese is on sale 5 for $5, since my local hannaford sells the Annie's mac n cheese for $1.99.

  241. I like to buy home goods like sheets, organizing accessories, rugs, etc. at Target. I also like their exercise clothes and toy selection.

  242. I buy socks at Target - this sounds boring... but I have a really hard time finding socks for work and I think Target has a nice selection!

  243. I am so excited to reveal my favorite items to purchase at Target are their Jordon Almonds. At $2.00 per bag they are easily 60% less costly than purchased from other retailers. Theyare always fresh, they taste yummy and their shell is easily to bite into. They are definitely my guilty pleasure.

  244. It's that simple? I love love love in their refrigerated section, targets Pico De Gallo, it has a bit of a bite to it but on any tortilla chip, it makes a fresh and exciting new party on your mouth!

  245. I like to go through the clearance areas, first off! Even though I don't buy them there, I like to read the CD jackets for music that I'm interested in. And love to browse the housewares...so many things!

  246. I love buying home decor at Target. They have the best stuff to decorate your house at usually at a good price 🙂

  247. My favorite thing to buy at Target is kids clothes. They have reasonable prices and so convenient to exchange sizes if needed.

  248. Love to learn about the Target Cartwheel App. Can't wait to use it.
    I love discounts. Target has good food items but I especially love their Home a Decor items like those bt Nate Berkus. I hope Cartwheel will have some discounts on these items, too!

  249. Love your posts! Love Target...We buy most of our toiletries there & whatever I can't find at Aldi! Thanks for the Cartwheel info!

  250. I love their T-shirts....especially retro looking ones and when my son was young all his school clothes came from Target. I also like to buy notebooks at Target. They always have bright and colorful designs and colors.

  251. I love Target. I get clothing basics (socks and undies) there, as well as other clothing, shoes, groceries, and cleaning products. When we rebuilt our house last year, many of my décor items came from Target!

  252. I shop at Target for everything! Love to use Cartwheel--a Target employee encouraged me to use it. Plus, with a RED card, my son's school gets a donation when I use it, plus it saves me 5%!!

  253. My favorite thing to buy at Target is baby stuff. My girls are 14 months and it's very fun to pick out outfits, which sometimes we buy and sometimes we leave. Also, Target carries the Burt's Bees diaper cream and baby wash that makes me happy. ☺️

  254. Bras! I tend to wear them out pretty quickly, so it makes a lot more sense to buy 3 $30 bras from Target than 1 $90 bra from a department store.

    Also, bedding. All my favorite sheets are from Target. I try to accommodate my husband and not have a bed that's too girly looking and both the Nate Berkus and Thomas O'Brien lines are good for that.

  255. A kitchen aide mixer would be nice. I have wanted one for a while and now that we are eating at home 99% of the time it would really help with all the breads, cookies and other mixable items.

  256. I love buying home decor there, and I also really like their clothes and accesories... but just like Jess, I am avoiding Target like the plague right now, tightening the belt!!
    And I love your pictures of Zoe 🙂

  257. I love to buy make-up at Target. It's the only store anywhere near me that carries several make up items that my 20 year old can wear due to sensitive skin. So much better than the mall, where prices for basic make up are sky high! I also love their photo frames…..good by themselves, or if I have a desire to be creative, I can use them for that without too much worry that I may ruin an expensive frame trying a new DIY project that may or may not work! Thanks, Kristen….you're a true gem!

  258. I like all the Archer Farms stuff Target carries in the grocery section. Good stuff. Also I get a lot of my workout clothes there (only on sale, of course!)

  259. My favorite thing to buy at Target is their Up and Up body lotion. It is the best price (even beats Walmart's Equate brand) and it works like the other name brand products.

  260. Diapers because the little one needs them 🙂 and sheets. I did a 50% cartwheel in January and I love my new sheets. Way nicer than I would normally buy but at a price that did not scare me. They were my first new sheets since we bought our house in 2007.

  261. I have enjoyed the value of the Market Pantry brand at Target. But I especially like the modern designs of their housewares / home decor department!

  262. What's not to buy at Target!? We just move and I find myself spending more time there than ever picking up all sorts of items necessary after you move!

  263. I love buying the method brand of free & clear laundry soap at Target. I especially like that they have refill packages for the pump bottles 🙂

  264. My husband and I love the Market Pantry bagels. We also try to stock up on Market Pantry pasta sauce when we can pair a coupon with one of Target's awesome sales.

    1. I buy all of my maternity clothing from Target. They also carry Fuzzy Bunz cloth diapers online, and that is probably my favorite purchase item from Target.

      Great post. The app alone is almost enough to convince me to get an i-phone when I make the plunge into the cell phone sea. 😉

  265. I would have to say my favorite thing to buy at Target is the facial tissue..Because my friend said it was good and not expensive...And she's right.

  266. Most recently I have enjoyed their maternity shirts as I have expanded but usually I try to stick to things we need like dish detergent and deodorant, nothing too exciting

  267. I love to buy home décor and furniture at Target! Also, their sheets and bath accessories are the bomb! If I win, I will get myself a new set of sheets since mine are worn out. But, don't worry, I will frugally use the old set for rags and such and maybe make some kitchen drying towels out of them, so I am frugal, too!

  268. Hi, Thanks for information about app and $1000 gift card. I love Target! I have a hard time picking what I like to buy best. I love household items. If I am looking for something, Target is always my first choice. I love to buy grandson's clothes and toys there also. I love being able to pick up a few groceries and only having one stop. I love the electronics department, too!

    I love your blog, too!

  269. I like buying my groceries and gift cards at Target with the double stack manufacturer/Target coupons and extra 5% plus Cartwheel....I really get good deals!

  270. I love buying home decorating products - loving the Nate Berkus line right now. I just moved back to the East Coast from California (just in time for this loveliest of winters), so I'm building up my apartment 'style.'

  271. I love the selection of clothes and home decorating items. I also have found my favorite Tazo tea at Target for a lower price than other places.

  272. We shop at Target for all kinds of things. They often have really good specials on DVDs. We LOVE their Black Friday discounts and yes, we stand in line Thanksgiving evening with all of the other bargain hunters. My fav though- Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream! There is a flavor exclusive to Target. It's vanilla ice cream w/ raspberry swirl & white chocolate chunks in it.... to die for! And- it's available in the little mini cup which points me in the direction of not over indulging! Thanks for the opportunity to win the $1000 Target gift card!

  273. I love the stationary aisle at Target! I struggle to get out the door without at least one item from the awesome selection.

  274. I love Target's housewares! I always find some of the cutest things for the kitchen and bath. : ) I also like their children's clothing.

  275. I love buying the inexpensive stuff in the dollar section of Target. I use these items for birthday party favors, stocking stuffers, teacher gift bags, stuff for the little girls I teach at church on Wed. night, etc.

  276. I love to use the target coupons that I get in the mail in addition to manufactor coupons... gives me double the savings

  277. I love to buy toys at Target. Oh wait, no...that's my daughter! But she loves that I buy her the occasional toy at Target. 🙂

  278. I do most of my day-to-day shopping (though not so much for food stuff) at Target. I would say my favorite thing to buy are their men's undershirts. They are super soft and both my husband and I love wearing them! Plus, the price is great.

  279. I love Target! I buy lots of things there; clothes, shoes, cleaning supplies, toiletries and some groceries. I think their prices are good.

  280. I love the cartwheel app - combined with my target DEBIT card - I love seeing the savings add up. Just need to still be mindful of what I am spending, but every little bit helps. And the fact that you can use coupons and still save with debit card is awesome!

  281. Target is my go to store when I need a gift for someone. The selection and quality makes it easy to find something, reasonably priced, for just about anyone!

  282. I buy all kinds of things at Target....cleaning supplies, decorative items, gifts items. Most specifically, I've been buying my son's Lightning McQueen gym shoes there lately - they light up! which makes them extra wonderful.:-)) I use Cartwheel whenever possible, too! Every little bit saved helps.:-)

  283. Target is my go to store. I really enjoy their clearance sections and the dollar spot items. I found out about cartwheel about 4 months ago and love it. Like you I don't have a smartphone and ended up just printing out the bar code and use it everytime I need to, in the store. Thanks for the giveaway.

  284. The Target clearance section is also a great way to purchase childrens clothes...I've gotten 4T shirts for as little as $1.50!!!

  285. I always have great luck buying swimsuits from Target. Buying swimsuits is right up there with getting stung by a wasp for me so I am so glad that the last couple I have bought were an easy find at Target. I wasn't reduced to tears!

  286. My favorite thing to buy at target is jars of fleischman's yeast. I know it sounds nerdy... But when they're about 30 % cheaper at target as compared to the average grocery store, you notice!

  287. I love buying lots of things at Target! From dvd's...to cereal, make-up and vitamins! Target also has great toys for kids and clothes too!!! I guess I'm sounding like a commercial, but I am a frequent Target shopper! I love Target!!!

  288. I just tried the new Simply Balanced Greek yogurt, and it's really good. I also really like the Simply Balanced organic tortilla chips.

  289. I really don't remember if I entered this already or not, please delete my second entry if I did. I really like the home section of Target when they have the special collections.

  290. I love to shop for storage solutions at Target. I just found Sterilite drawers there drawers that fit perfectly under a bunk bed.

  291. I used the Cartwheel app after reading your post. I thought it was awesome, particularly being able to scan a barcode to see if there were any discounts available for a particular item. I'd be really excited about a $1000 Target gift card!!

  292. I love to shop at Target! Although they are not as cheap as they used to be :(. I have to admit that my favorite thing to buy at Target is the Up & Up diapers. Boring, I know, but they are the best value that I have found and I don't have any problems with them.

  293. I love buying gifts at Target! They have some of the cutest, simplest things that you can give as-is or embellish for a combination simple/cute/partially homemade gift! 🙂

  294. I just got home from Target and got what I usually purchase there...first aid and household stuff like band-aids, dish soap, medicine, etc. Love Target!

  295. A good friend of mine is going through a financial " rough patch" right now. Is love to be able to gift her with this!

  296. We used Cartwheel to save an extra 20% off of my daughter's Graco carseat. It was on sale, then we used Cartwheel and then our Target card. We paid $118 for her $200 carseat! Love, love, love Target!

  297. I don't know if this is really a "favorite thing" but the most common thing I buy at Target is bags and cans of cat food. I do like that you can buy coke in bottles though, and I buy this from time to time.

  298. right now my favorite thing to buy is there brand of pampers. I know lame but with two kids in pampers and there big boxes it just really saves the day.

  299. I love buying market pantry unsalted butter at target i do a lot of baking and butter is expensive. I like the taste of their butter and you can't beat the price!

  300. I love the produce at Target and gift buying there too for all my family & friends who are expecting babies.

    Thanks,
    E. Townsend

  301. I buy a lot of practical things at Target, but my absolute favorite things to buy there are the fun accessories/jewelry/belts/purses which are all right there together at the front when you walk in...brilliant merchandising Target peeps!

  302. First, I want to say thank you for the refreshing (content) and yummy (recipes). I started reading your blog about a month ago and I have to say you are in my top 5.
    Secondly, at target I like to buy... Well where I live, the traffic and people are overwhelming! With 4 kids, I take my shopping time as a vacation.. The target close to my house is always less occupied, than say walmart ewww... lol. So I will buy anything I can there to save myself the time and frustration of other places.

  303. As my next big project (saving hard!) is to renovate a bathroom (picture a world of 70's nasty!) then I would definitely buy new towels and accessories. Mind you with $1000 - I might be able to treat my children to some lovely new clothes too.

    Love your blog xx

  304. I would love to try the groceries at Target as my unemployment benefits have ended and I need any help I can get.

  305. I haven't been to Target in years. But I did buy lots of clothes for my son when he was small. They had good selection and nice prices.

  306. My favorite thing to buy at target is everything! I love their mark downs and clearance sections. Mine is a super target so I do buy some food there although the meat prices aren't very good.

  307. Clearance items and spices. Target is a bit out of the way for me, so I don't get there as often as I'd like, but I do try to stop in on Sundays after church.

  308. I love getting my towels and bed linens at Target. I also like shopping for our school supplies there. I love Target, and wish we had a Super Target in our town. I know I would shop there even more if we did!

  309. I love to buy a variety of household items at Target- beauty items, paper products, Method brand, and Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day products.

  310. I love buying our local grassfed beef at Target! We were so pleased to see them carrying it and it is sometimes on clearance when it nears the sold by date! Makes me so happy!

  311. My daughters love to shop the Target Dollar Spot! I've found good things there, too, including some fabulous storage boxes and chipboard letters a few years ago.

  312. my favorite things from Target are plastic storage containers, towels, and (believe it, or not) small electronics-they are very competitive for these items.

  313. I had never heard of this cartwheel app for Target until today. I'll have to check it out. My local Target is not a superstore either. It carries very little fresh produce which I can almost always get cheaper somewhere else, BUT what I always buy at Target is Twinnings tea. Over $1 cheaper per box than anywhere else and often goes on sale. Hurrah!

  314. I love to buy just about everything at Target! If I had to pick though it would have to be health and beauty items. If you are looking for something in particular it's easy to find, if your not sure Target makes it easy to browse.

    (I love, love, LOVE my Litter Genie as well which I got with a Cartwheel discount!)

  315. I buy all of my t shirts at Target. I love how they fit and wear. They seem to last forever and I buy them when they're on sale, so they're not expensive.

  316. Thus far I believe my greatest Target find is their Archer Brands dark chocolate hot cocoa mix. DI-VINE.
    So enjoy your site! Thanks for doing what you do.

  317. Target's Market pantry brand of pasta and spaghetti sauce... They have the best prices and often offer online coupons for them as well.

  318. I love the app! I love the fact that you can combine with other offers (like manufacturers coupons)... You always find diary products with adicional discount and some other things that you may need

  319. My favorite thing to buy at target is their meat...when it has a red $3 off sticker on it. Thank you Target for helping me cut my grocery bill in half!

    And this past week I was lucky enough to stumble upon what was left of their Valentine Candy hidden on an oddly placed shelf. I was able to stock up on bags of M&M's, Dove chocolates & Twix for only .80-.85 cents a bag. This cha-ching moment will come in handy for the oh so popular Candy-Bar setup that I'm putting together as part of my nephews budget conscious wedding.

  320. Um, everything! I love to browse the clearance end caps for potential gifts like candles, photo frames, cool mugs, etc. And clearance clothing plus art supplies for the kiddo usually make it into the cart.

  321. The easier question to answer is what I don't buy at Target! I like their clothes and I like to look for clearance deals!

  322. My favorite things to buy at Target are paper supplies, printer ink, makeup and groceries. Their Method cleaning supplies are the best!

  323. My favorite thing to buy at Target is clothes and shoes - they have a lot of the latest styles
    annabella @ centurytel dot net

  324. LOL! You sound like us when it comes to a smartphone! They practically begged my husband at the sales center and gave him an offer he could not refuse. Our motto has been that smart phones make people dumber because they are paying too much for them and they are too busy messing with them to notice what is going on around them. I guess we just joined the group but we are trying not to get sucked in!

    I love buying clothes for my kids at Target among a lot of other things there as well.