Tips for Using Online Deals + Best Deals of Amazon Prime Day 2016

This year you can tell that Amazon is trying to make up for the huge disappointment that last year’s Prime Day brought consumers. You may not have checked out the deals this year because last year’s deals were reminiscent of a warehouse garage sale. If you haven’t you are missing out because they are stepping up their game and bringing you deals on items that are not only useful but actually great deals. To help you out in your search, this post will be updated throughout the day to help you find the best deals of Amazon Prime Day in the categories that matter to you. In addition, catch my tips for using online deals to make your life easier below.

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Easy tips for using online deals to make your life easier and find the best deals of Amazon Prime Day 2016 in the categories that matter to you!

 

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Tips

Saving money only works if you have a plan. Don’t go spending your hard earned money until you choose a focus and set goals. If you don’t do that first, you will be wasting money. Here are some ideas to help you get focused:

  1. Prepare for the HolidaysThese deals are a great chance to get an early jump on your holiday shopping. This is my favorite way to utilize these kinds of sales. Check out the gift planner on our VIP Page before you start so you can keep track of all of your purchases. (Not subscribed yet? Sign up here for access to your VIP library of free resources.)
  2. Get Organized This year there are tons of options to help you save on getting organized. If you’ve been Organizing Your Life from A to Z, this is a great way to do so on a budget!
  3. Prepare for VacationGet your family vacation ready with deals on items like air mattresses and technology. You can even find deals on items to put in your Road Trip Survival Bag for Kids (or get some of those splurge items that make life on the road easier).
  4. Professional DevelopmentThese sales are great to build up your tools, resources, and even your skills. You can upgrade your camera and invest in a lighting kit. Purchase development tools such as a foreign language software or professional books. 

Again, the best way to save the maximum amount of money is to have a clear and concise focus that you do not deviate from. These are just a few ideas for narrowing your purchase scope. Use them as starting points to find the perfect buying focus for your current needs.

Beauty Deals

Bath Blossom Natural Bristle Bath Body Brush – $9.76 (now $13.95)

Organic Frankincense Essential Oil Ultra Premium 100% Pure – $11.95 (now $14.99)

Bulk Raw Shea Butter (32 oz) with RECIPE EBOOK – $15.99 (now $21.99)

Jmkcoz Eye Shadow 120 Colors – $8.79 (now $11.99)

Frankincense and Myrrh Essential Oil Combo Pack 100% Pure – $14.39 (now $17.99)

Makeup Train Case – Professional 14″ – $39.95 (now $49.95)

Aesthetica Cosmetics Contour Series – $69.95 (now $97.00)

xtava Goddess Flat Iron with Ceramic Tourmaline Plates and LCD Display (Pomona) – $24.00 (now $35.00)

6 Colors Professional Face Sculpting, Camouflage and Concealing Powder Makeup Blush Palette – $9.59 (now $11.99) (now $9.99)

Eyelash & Eyebrow Growth Serum – $19.17 (now $27.97) (now $30.37)

Burt’s Bees Citrus & Ginger Body Wash, 12 Fluid Ounces (Pack of 3) – $17.99 (now $19.98)

Real Techniques Ultimate Base Set – $14.39 (now $17.99)

Organic Shea Butter By Sky Organics – $9.55 (now $12.95)

CICI&SISI Nail Art Stamp Collection Set – $20.99 (now $29.99)

SOLO Mio – Sonic Facial Brush, Cleanser & Massager – $30.36 (now $37.95)

All Natural Raw Honey, French Pink Clay Revitalizing Face Mask by BeeFriendly – $23.99 (now 29.99)

Craft Deals

Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils, Soft Core, 24 Pack – $12.43 (now $15.39)

Singer Sewing 4432 Heavy Duty Extra-High Speed Sewing Machine – $135.99 (now $174.99)

Cricut Explore Wireless Bluetooth Adapter – $21.25 (now 29.99)

 Cricut Explore One Cutting Machine – $130.99 (now $182.89)

Cricut Cartridge, Calligraphy Collection – $13.60 (now $25.98)

Provo Craft 2002860 Anna’s Decorative Monograms Cricut Shape Cartridge – $13.60 (now $25.29)

Silhouette Cameo — Starter Bundle – $179.97 (now $229.99)

Huion 17.7 Inch LED Tracing Artcraft Light Pad Light Box (LB4) – $59.98 (now 79.99)

ArtBin Clear Art Craft Storage Box $15.99 (now $18.00)

CrownArt – 12 Pack Dual Tip Brush Pens $13.75 (now $16.99)

Family Night Deals

Chef Alfredo – $20.00 (now $32.86)

The Magic School Bus Science Club Science Kit – $108.00 (now $239.88)

Angry Birds Star Wars AT-AT Attack Battle Game – $16.75 (now $28.90)

Lightning Reaction Reloaded – Shocking Game – $19.99 (now $29.99) (now $24.99)

Hasbro Family Fun Pack – PlayStation 4 Standard Edition – $14.99 (now $25.49) (now $25.75)

Dr. Eureka Speed Logic Game – $13.59 (now $16.99)

Cranium Hullabaloo – $29.95 (now $39.99)

Tinksky Photo Booth Props 60 piece DIY Kit – $6.99 (now $9.99)

20 Assorted Rock Climbing Holds with Hardware for up to 1″ Thick Installation – $39.99 (now $49.99)

Viper 800 Electronic Soft Tip Dartboard – $83.99 (now $119.99)

Spalding NBA Hercules Vertical Pole Portable Basketball System – 52″ Acrylic Backboard – $224.99 (now $321.69)

Fashion Deals

Sterling Silver Multicolored Pressed-Flower Heart Pendant Necklace, 18″ – $19.99 (now $34.50)

Hot Chocolate Design Chocolaticas Candy Skull Women’s Mary Jane Flat – $52.49 (now $54.99)

PrettyGuide Women’s 1920s Sequin Paisley Racer Back Tassels Flapper Cocktail Dress – $22.00 (now $31.99)

Antiqued Sterling Silver Swirl Motif Spoon Wrap Ring, Adjustable to Sizes 6-11 – $29.99 (now $39.99)

Sterling Silver Diamond Accent “I Love You” Envelope Pendant Necklace – $16.99 (now $46.11)

1 1/2 ct Cushion-Cut Natural Opal Pendant Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold, 18″ – $69.99 (now $109.00)

Hynes Eagle Retro Designer Canvas Backpack – $28.15 (now $39.99) 

U.S. Polo Assn. Women’s USC40063 Gold-Tone and Pink Bracelet Watch – $15.49 (now $19.99)

Dani’s Choice Stretch High Waist A-line Flared Long Skirt – $19.10 (now $23.90)

EVER FAITH® Zircon Austrian Crystal Wedding 8-Shape Pierced Earrings Silver-Tone – $15.39 (now $21.99)

Anne Klein Women’s Quartz Metal and Ceramic Dress Watch, Color:Pink – $39.99 (now $150.00)

Miusol Women’s Cap Sleeve 1950s Style Vintage Black Lace A-line Dress – $28.70 (now $35.99) (now $33.99)

Jessica Simpson Women’s Maevi GLADIATOR Sandal – $49.99 (now $98.00) 

Kate Spade Women’s Narelle Cateye Sunglasses – $75.97 (now $98.16)

Games and Movie Deals

Doctor Who: Series Two: Part Two (DVD) – $8.47 (now $10.57)

Doctor Who: Series Three: Part Two (DVD) – $8.47 (now $10.53)

Doctor Who: Series Three: Part One (DVD) – $7.95 (now $9.96)

Doctor Who: Series Six, Part 1 – $10.49 (now $14.99)

Pride + Prejudice + Zombies [Blu-ray] – $10.99 (now $19.93) (now $19.96)

Mad Max: Fury Road (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital HD) – $9.49 (now $11.99)

Star Wars: Battlefront – Standard Edition – PlayStation 4 – $19.99 (now $26.34)

Gift Card Deals

T.G.I. Friday’s Gift Card (Starts at 5:49 pm EST for Prime Members) Ended

Ruby Tuesday Gift Card (Starts at 6:49 pm EST for Prime Members) Ended

Brinker Gift Card: Good at Chili’s, Macaroni Grill, and More (Starts at 7:49 pm EST for Prime Members) Ended

$50 Darden-Fandango Dinner and a Movie Gift Cards, Multipack of 2 $40.00 Ended

$25 Yankee Candle Gift Card $20.00 Ended

$25 Express Gift Card $20.00 Ended

$25 Cold Stone Creamery Gift Card ($20.00) Ended

Kids Deals

Mirari myPad Touch Play Tablet – $17.99 (now $22.60)

Perler Beads Clear Square Pegboards 4 Pack – $6.49 (now $10.00)

Perler Beads 6,000 Count Bucket-Multi Mix – $7.52 (now $9.41)

Creativity for Kids Designed By You Fashion Studio – $19.99 (now $29.95)

Melissa & Doug Plush Unicorn – $59.99 (now $80.35)

Nerf Modulus Motorized Blaster – $12.76 (now $29.99)

Melissa & Doug School Time! Classroom Play Set – $17.44 (now $23.99)

Star Wars The Black Series 6-Inch Stormtrooper 4-Pack [Amazon Exclusive] – $47.94 (now $79.99)

Snap Circuits Extreme SC-750 Electronics Discovery Kit – $64.79 (now $80.99)

Kid O A to Z Magnatab – $17.20 (now $29.99) (now $27.95)

LEGO Education DUPLO Early Simple Machines III – $94.36 (now $144.95)

Hape – Happy Family – DIY Dream Doll House – $99.99 (now $169.99) (now $169.00)

Power Rangers Legacy Thunder Megazord Action Figure – $112.86 (now $158.99)

Kitchen Deals

California Home Goods 3 Compartment Reusable Food Storage Containers with Lids, Set of 10 – $13.56 (now $16.95)

Brieftons Salad Spinner, 7.3 Quart – $19.99 (now $24.99)

[20 Pack] 32 Oz. 2 Compartment Meal Prep Containers – $14.40 (now $18.99)

Seal’In Food Storage Vacuum Containers – Set of 3 – $19.99 (now $29.99)

Fred & Friends DINNER WINNER Kids’ Dinner Tray – $14.52 (now $19.99)

8oz Personalized Shot Flask with Bonus Funnel and Money clip Gift Set – $15.10 (now $22.70)

InterDesign Refrigerator, Freezer and Kitchen Storage Organizer Bins, 4 Piece Set – Clear – $21.99 (now 27.17)

Doctor Who Plastic TARDIS Mini Fridge – $54.95 (now 83.46)

FoodSaver V2244 Vacuum Sealing System with Starter Kit – $52.99 (now $75.45)

Rachael Ray(r) Cucina Nonstick Bakeware 5-Piece Set, Latte Brown with Agave Blue Handle Grips – $29.99 (now $40.63)

Organization Deals

Rolodex Mesh Collection Oval Supply Caddy, Black – $6.69 (now $8.99)

DII Woven Paper Textured Storage Basket – $14.99 (now $18.99)

4 Tier Black Country Rustic Chicken Wire Pantry – $31.99 (now $44.99)

Acrylic Jewelry Organizer, 3 Drawers Cosmetic Storage Display Box – $12.79 (now $12.99)

Stock Your Home Stacking DVD Movie Media Home Storage Organizer- Chocolate Brown – $19.99 (now $24.99)

Medium Low Profile Riser 3pcs Set in Clear Acrylic – $9.00 (now $13.25)

Wood Board Desktop Organizer Rack – $15.99 (now $19.99)

MelodySusie® Acrylic Large Makeup Organizer – (2 PACK) – $32.49 (now $49.99)

Rustic Brown Wood Desktop Office Organizer Drawers / Craft Supplies Storage Cabinet – $28.79 (now $35.99)

7-Drawer Storage Cart with Organizer Top, Black – $37.99 (now $52.99)

Delta Children Deluxe Toy Box, Disney/Pixar Cars – $36.00 (now $45.00)

Rubbermaid Commercial BRUTE Tote Storage Bin with Lid, 20 Gallon, Gray – $22.90 (now $28.62)

Misslo Hanging Mesh Pockets – $6.99 (now $8.99)

Technology Deals

Sound Intone HD850 On-Ear Lightweight Stereo Headphones (Purple) – $13.58 (now $16.98)

Sound Intone BT-02 Wireless Bluetooth Headphones Over-ear Stereo Folding with Volume Control and Microphone Headsets (Black/blue) – $28.78 (now $35.98)

JZBRAIN Quick Charge 2.0 Technology 60W 6-Port Multi-Port Intelligent USB Wall Charger Portable Travel Power Adapter – $25.59 (now $28.99)

Luxebell 9-in-1 Accessories Kit for GeekPro Pro 1 2 2.0 3.0 4.0 Plus 4K Sports Camera, Chest Harness Mount / Head Mount / Suction Cup Mount / Selfie Stick / Floating Hand Grip – $18.99 (now $24.99)

Polaroid Photo Studio Light Tent Kit, Includes 1 Tent, 2 Lights, 1 Tripod Stand, 1 Carrying Case, 4 Backdrops (Black, Blue, White, Red) – $36.69 (now $45.99)

RAVPower [5-Pack] Micro USB Cables – $10.39 (now $12.99) 

Dragon NaturallySpeaking Home 13.0, English – $32.99 (now $42.10)

Blue Microphones Yeti USB Microphone – Space Gray – $89.00 (now $128.99)

Travel/Outdoor Deals

Dream House Outdoor All Season Heavy Duty Shade Pinnacle Glamping Tent – $599 (now $749.00)

Intex Comfort Plush Mid Rise Dura-Beam Airbed with Built-in Electric Pump – $36.99 (now $43.99)

Dry Bag Sack, Waterproof Floating Dry Gear Bags – $17.99

Ivation Battery-Powered Handheld Portable Shower – $27.99 (now $39.99)

 Zero Grid Neck Wallet w/RFID Blocking- Concealed Travel Pouch & Passport Holder – $18.39 (now $22.99)

Mountaintop [2016 NEW] 50L Hiking Backpack Internal Frame Backpack – $54.00 (now $69.99)

Blackstone Dash Portable Gas Grill and Griddle Combo – $59.99 (now $104.91) (now $104.64)

Wellness Deals

YOGA CARDS by WorkoutLabs – $21.95 (now $27.95)

Weighted Hula Hoop – Heavy Fitness Hoop – 3lbs – $27.99 (now $34.99)

j/fit Under Desk Or Stand Up Mini Elliptical With Angle Adjustable Pedals – $111.95 (now $139.95)

Savvy Infusion® – Flip-Top Sport Infuser Water Bottle – $15.95 (now $19.95)