With the huge rise in popularity of the television show iCarly, lots of kids will be adding iCarly merchandise to their Christmas and birthday wish lists. As most parents know, these types of products which are branded with popular television show characters tend to be outrageously expensive. Many people can’t afford to just run out and buy whatever their children want, when they want it. But there are some secrets to help fulfill some of these wish lists.

First of all, watch for sales, rebates and coupons. Second, shop eBay and Craigslist for great deals on merchandise. Many of the items offered on eBay and Craigslist are actually brand new in the box and selling for great deals.

Of course free stuff would be even nicer, so do a search on the internet for iCarly freebies or downloads. There are free games, ringtones, screensavers, wallpapers, icons and a favorite of many are the coloring book pages that you can print. Put a bunch of them into a binder for your child and they have their own personal iCarly coloring book.