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Shopping at Penney's

MomCat — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 23:05:55 GMT

Today I stopped by Penney's because I needed a few basic clothing items. Since I was dragging the ball and chain hubby along, I wanted to make it a swift run. I was so surprised that so much of the clothing was marked down, I dispatched hubby into his department to pick up a few things for himself too. We hooked back up and compared notes on how much we saved on our fabulous finds. Checked out, and the clerk handed me a $20 bonus coupon, effective immediately. Ok. Not leaving that on the table. Grabbed a few more items. Checked out again, and the clerk handed me a $10 bonus coupon, effective immediately. OMG Can't give that up either. Now, the pressure is on. Hubby and I walked that store to find that special item. Checked out, and I actually threatened the clerk to NOT hand me another coupon. She didn't. On the way out, hubby said, I thought that was fun. Good grief. That coming from a NON-shopper. LOL

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hoosieroriginal — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 23:11:32 GMT

I think the malls are suffering with everyone ordering online more and more each year - glad it paid off!

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GCR18 — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 23:15:50 GMT

Great sale. Love when that happens when I wasn't expecting it.

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MomCat — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 23:19:11 GMT

@GCR18 wrote:
Great sale. Love when that happens when I wasn't expecting it.

YES. Merry Christmas to ME!! LOL

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bonnie f — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 23:24:35 GMT

i love jc penney's.. i thought i heard a rumor awhile ago about them closing??? i hope not they have nice clothes.... that store has been around forever!

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stevieb — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 23:37:00 GMT

I had a similar shopping experience at JCP a number of years ago near Christmas, but before their bottom almost fell out. I went to one of their nicer stores in my area and was at least marginally impressed. As for the sales and coupons, I think it's just how they roll around this time of year. I got a ton of stuff at great savings. I hadn't shopped there in years and was sort of surprised at all I found. Have to admit, I don't think I've been there since. They have so few stores and the one nearest me while in a nice area isn't one of their best.

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chips — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 23:37:14 GMT

I also shopped at Penney's last weekend. Found 2 long sleeve t-shirts for 7.99 and they washed up wonderfully, and are soft and comfortable. Glad I stopped in. I was not really looking for these, but needed some for work in the appropriate colors! Love.

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Q4u — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 23:54:33 GMT

I think Penny's is roaring back to life, at least here it has....

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Another new name Sue — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 00:01:53 GMT

I have shopped Penneys for decades, but when they changed their approach a couple years ago, I just could not continue to shop there. I tried 3-4 times to pick up some things I wanted/needed, but it was impossible and I left in disgust. Haven't been back, and as a matter of face, haven't even set foot in the mall this shopping season.

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Bird mama — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 00:08:16 GMT

Most folks who know me know JCP is my store.

I've been two Sears two weeks in a row and have scored some great sales there.

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Puzzle Piece — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 00:32:09 GMT

They carry Liz Claiborne.

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Kachina624 — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 01:23:37 GMT

I worked for JCP for about 3 years PT when I first retired, in a catalog call center. I enjoyed it, got nice benefits, pleasant work etc., but I never liked to shop there.

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pattypeep — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 01:29:51 GMT

I am fond of shopping JCP.com. They are very efficient, quick to ship, and offer great markdowns.

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Noel7 — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 01:30:55 GMT

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, @MomCat

That was such a cute story, I read it to DH As another non-shopper, he chuckled and chuckled.

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Moonchilde — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 02:10:37 GMT

I used to do 90% of my shopping at Penneys before they shot themselves in the foot several years ago. From that day to this, they no longer stock anything that appeals to me, clothes-wise. I force myself to cruise through every 4-5 months or so regardless, hoping, but haven't bought a single thing. It makes me sad.

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italia8140 — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 02:13:30 GMT

I don't usually shop at Penney's, but I returned something from Sephora and had a credit. I bought 2 Liz Claiborne cable knit infinity scarves and 2 pairs of gloves to match for Christmas presents, which were on sale. I also used a $10 off $25 coupon. Wound up not having to pay anything. GREAT deal!

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Peaches McPhee — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 02:14:00 GMT

I agree, Penney's is a great store. Sometimes it feels like they are giving stuff away. Last year I got a nice dress I wore to a wedding for less than $20. I have also gotten tops/blouses for less than $10. Amazing.

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Sister Golden Hair — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 02:23:52 GMT

One year I bought 50 big and tall shirts for my husband and two sons.

$1.99 each

Then they changed over to new rules and quit having those good of sales.

I always wait till the end of each season to do major shopping.

I get those coupons $10.00 off of $10.00, can't pass that one up.

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MarthaStewardess — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 02:35:59 GMT

In the last year or so it's been nice to see Penney's coming back. It got pretty bad for a few years with their changes. Years ago, I really used to love Penney's and their catalog. It was a great place for me to shop as they had clothes that came in tall and ultra tall sizes. I was just at one of my local malls today with my mom and we shopped in Penney's. The stores all seemed to be doing well. Lots of shoppers about.

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VanSleepy — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 08:04:07 GMT

LOL the same thing happened to me. I only went in there because I had the $10 off $10 (free!) and the $10 off $25. My husband was on vacation, so I made him go with me so I could use both coupons. After searching and searching for something I would actually want to buy, we went to pay, and they handed the coupons BACK to us. Now I had to go back on the hunt for more things to buy lol