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8 years ago

Cheapest way to own compilation/sets/venues!

Okay, I have been lurking on the Daily Deal and Cascades threads (which are absolutely fantastic). But these threads are listings deals and cascades, as their names say, and so it’s not always immediately clear what the cheapest way to go is. Some of the information is not present on the first page but drowned on the following pages of these very long threads. The first page list ways which are efficient, but not the absolute best way to go. I made my own guidelines inspired by these threads and I thought it may be still relevant today since we have new people coming regularly to the forums.

Cheapest way to own individual sets/combo set/compilation/venue
Absolute cheapest way to own the set (if you have nothing else in the store).

Warnings:
* All these assume you only want the considered set. If you want more objects, please check the compilations those belong to too. For example, if you want only It’s Game Time!, it’s cheaper to go to the Daily Deal (objects then set, total 64 sp). But if you want also Level Up, acquiring only this set (130 sp) will give you the whole of Man Cave Compilation down the line, including It’s Game Time!, with a totally different way to go. So be sure of what you want before starting.
* All these assume you don’t own anything in the store. If you already own items or sets, there may be a cheapest way to go for you. Owning “featured sets” can be a great way to cheapen the prices, because it gives you items across several sets. Owning some sets can lower the price of the compilation enough that some other sets become free, etc. As soon as you start owning some items, there will be new cheaper ways to go!

Summary:
Go to: compilations
Go to: combo sets
Go to: special sets (featured, bundle…)
Go to: set (A to L)
Go to: set (L to Z)
Go to: venues
Even cheaper? Examples

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  • COMPILATIONS

    * A Mid-Century Modern Trailblazer, 125/1250 sp, 90%
    - DD #460: Not So Routine Machine: 125 sp
    - DD #689: A Mid-Century Modern Trailblazer (free)

    * April 2011 Compilation, 474/1795 sp 73%
    - DD #219: Lit Floral Lamp (30/41 sp)
    - DD #290: Toybox of Dreams (46/103 sp)
    - DD #320: Sweet Escape Nursery (87/583 sp)
    - DD #504: Street Couture - Kids and Teens (225/475 sp) (buy full price the cheapest item of the set to activate CYS)
    - DD #568 or #673: Kitchen Cage Hutch (9/33 sp)
    - DD #637: Grandmother's Cooktop (51/108 sp)
    - DD #907: Woodland Counter (26/49 sp)
    - DD #914: Frontiers Finds Kitchen and Dining (free)

    * April 2012 Compilation, 327/3369 sp, 90%
    - DD #159: India Inspiration- Scarf and Maang Tikka (57/109 sp)
    - DD #189: Talavera Tile Wall Mirror (27/81)
    - DD #400: Talevera Tile Island (28/68)
    - DD #444: India Inspiration- Bengal Silk Cropped Top (22/50 sp)
    - DD #602: India Inspiration- Tanchoi Touches Top (16/45 sp)
    - DD #735: Cantina Canister (16/50)
    - DD #845: Haute Hacienda Kitchen (free)
    - DD #917: India Inspiration- Sherwani Dress Outfit (20/54 sp)
    - DD #919: India Inspiration- Mod and Modern Churidars (38/82 sp)
    - DD #103: India Inspirations Clothing & Hairstyles (103 sp)
    - DD #900: India Inspirations Collection (free)
    => Free via CYS

    * April 2013 Compilation, 916/2619 sp, 65%
    - DD #104: Head of the Table (23/72 sp)
    - DD #113: Family Treasures Wall Shelf (7/26 sp)
    - DD #115: Country Breakfast Wall Shelf (9/25 sp)
    - DD #181: Day in the Country Dress (10/61 sp)
    - DD #510: Hand Stenciled Dining Table (34/61 sp)
    - DD #965: Homemade Jar Planters (12/28 sp)
    - DD #554: Family Banners (11/25 sp)
    - DD #799: The Castle Cook (42/68 sp)
    - DD #5: Fit for a Queen (55/85 sp)
    - DD #103 or #450: Country Livin’ (189 sp)
    => via CYS: April 2013 Compilation (655 sp)

    * August 2011, 1057/2695 sp, 61%
    - DD #284: Sweeter Than Flowers (30/90 sp)
    - DD #96: Lacey Retreat Romper (27/75 sp)
    - DD #162: Lazy Sim Sofa Sectional (70/187 sp)
    - DD #166: Luxe Lounge Spa (free)
    - DD #210: Luxury Resort Attire (475 sp)
    => via CYS: August 2011 (455 sp)

    * Best of 2010, 632/5400 sp, 88%
    - DD #710: Troubadour Table (16/41 sp)
    - DD #739: Ultra Lounge Ceiling Lights (6/28 sp)
    - DD #107: Chef Jean's Choice Island Cabinet (14/55 sp)
    - DD #122 Cococounter from Nothing Atoll (29/50 sp)
    - DD #304 Tiki Dining Room Set (free)
    - DD #371: Aromatic Stove (28/99 sp)
    - DD #373: Chef Jean's Choice Cabinet (16/55 sp)
    - DD #408: Culinary Dreams Island Counter (15/50 sp)
    - DD #469: Top of the Tower by Castle Kits, Inc. (12/25 sp)
    - DD #499: Ultimate Fridge (54/99 sp)
    - DD #507: Culinary Arts Stool (35/75 sp)
    - DD #684: Full Interior Castle (106 sp)
    - DD #691: Simply Ultra Sink (40/68 sp)
    => CYS Ultra Lounge Kitchen (91 sp)
    => CYS Ultra Lounge Kitchen + Bath (free)
    - DD #969: The Complete Castle by Castle Kits, Inc. (170 sp)
    - DD #242: Best of 2010 Collection (free)

    * Best of 2012, 828/5832 sp, 86%
    - DD #159: India Inspiration- Scarf and Maang Tikka (57/109 sp)
    - DD #444: India Inspiration- Bengal Silk Cropped Top (22/50 sp)
    - DD #546: Chun Co Teppanyaki Grill (150 sp)
    - DD #602: India Inspiration- Tanchoi Touches Top (16/45 sp)
    - DD #805: Lord Vladimir’s Magic Cauldron (162/461)
    - DD #917: India Inspiration- Sherwani Dress Outfit (20/54 sp)
    - DD #919: India Inspiration- Mod and Modern Churidars (38/82 sp)
    - DD #19: Enchanted Bundle of Dark Dealings (260 sp)
    - DD #103: India Inspirations Clothing & Hairstyles (103 sp)
    - DD #489: Itadakimasu! Japanese Inspired Dining (free)
    - DD #900: India Inspirations Collection (free)
    => Free via CYS

    * Blast from the Past, 472/2520 sp, 81%
    - DD #39 or #836: Rocket Johnny's Retro Ride (80/198 sp)
    - DD #91: Lloyd Wright Bookshelf (23/75 sp)
    - DD #129: Forever Living Plant (8/25 sp)
    - DD #460: Not So Routine Machine: 125 sp
    - DD #654: Tubular Television (55/99 sp)
    - DD #689: A Mid-Century Modern Trailblazer (free)
    - DD #922: Bargain Lamp (11/25 sp)
    - DD #169: Mid-Century Fantasy (170 sp)
    => Free via CYS

    * December 2011, 240/2284 sp, 89%
    - DD #641: Hanging Kimono Wall Art (33/102 sp)
    - DD #713: Ki-Mini Kimono Outfit (23/81 sp)
    - DD #725: Alvar Vintage Famous Food Processor (25/47 sp)
    - DD #870: Murano Wooden Block Knife Stock (10/25 sp)
    - DD #898: Alvar Retro Trash Receptacle (20/61 sp)
    - DD #58: Alvar Vintage Aqua Washbasin (36/61 sp)
    - DD #332: Harmonious Trio Floor Baskets (35/121 sp)
    - DD #392: Murano Retro and Ripe Fruit Bowl (11/26 sp)
    - DD #411: Alvar Vintage Shine On Stove (44/81 sp)
    - DD #513 or #99: Mid Century Modern Kitchen Marvels (3 sp)
    - DD #543: Finest Living, Finest Cooking (free)
    => CYS : December 2011 (free)

    * February 2011, 858/2694 sp, 68% (sets separately)
    - DD #311: Capacitor Island (27/55 sp)
    - DD #372: Frequency Phosphorescent Fixture (14/28 sp)
    - DD #668: Capacitor Cabinet Island (17/34 sp)
    - DD #863: Cloche and Curl (43/87 sp)
    - DD #932: Alpha Amplitude Dishwasher (44/69 sp)
    - DD #940: The Bee's Knees (39/57 sp)
    - DD #973: He's a Live Wire Radio (27/150 sp)
    - DD #274: Futureshock Kitchen (35 sp)
    - DD #291: Dame Daisy (39/52 sp)
    - DD #318: The Dramatic Palm (13/25 sp)
    - DD #360: That's my Dame Table Sculpture (9/25 sp)
    - DD #682: Formal Glad Rags (30/40 sp)
    - DD #750: The Jazz Age Wear (323 sp)
    - DD #813: Carry a Torch for Me Mirror (38/54 sp)
    => CYS: Jazz Age Living Room & Jazz Age Wear (160 sp)
    => February 2011 Compilation (free)

    * Fortune's Folly Compilation, 995/1980 sp, 49%
    - DD #305: Hidden Treasures Dining Table (40/43 sp) (only if you really don’t own anything in Drifter's Desire, since it's less than a 10% reduction)
    - DD #33: Drifter’s Desire (415 sp)
    - DD #299: Topsy Turvey Single Bed (32/43 sp)
    - DD #346: Lollypop Lollygagger Chair (37/42 sp)
    - DD #425: Through the Spy Glass (162 sp)
    - DD #150: Caterpillar Wall Hooks (11/28 sp)
    => CYS 298 sp

    * Fun For Kids of All Ages, 712/1656 sp, 57%
    - DD #901: Tee is for Teen (31/68 sp)
    - DD #69: Slanted Beret (39/81 sp)
    - DD #293 Fuzzy Friends Lamp Post => Animals Abound Cascade (382 sp)
    - sales: Atomic Jack Planet Attack Pinball Machine (168/234 sp)
    - DD #478: Everyday Teens Collection (92 sp)

    * Go All in Compilation, 423/3400 sp, 88%
    - DD #431: Ace in the Palm (13/46 sp)
    - DD #10: Viva Las Vegas Living (410 sp)
    - DD #148: Go All in Compilation (free)

    * Island Escape Compilation, 181/2400 sp, 92%
    - DD #122: Cococounter from Nothing Atoll (29/50 sp)
    - DD #257 or #475: Tiki Living Room Set (152/220 sp) (buy first the cheapest item of the set to activate CYS in addition to the DD reduction)
    - DD #304: Tiki Dining Room Set (free)
    - DD #833: Island Escape Compilation (free)

    * January 2012, 764/3500 sp, 78%
    - DD #145: Edwardian Expression Kitchen- Graceful Gelatin Taste and Style Sculpture (11/25 sp)
    - DD #209: Edwardian Expression Kitchen- Lush Bloom Lily Vase (14/25 sp)
    - DD #334: Laganaphyllis Simnovorii (aka The Cow Plant) (186/706 sp)
    - DD #366: Edwardian Expression Kitchen- Charming Culture Counter (24/45 sp)
    - DD #445: Edwardian Expression Kitchen- Delicacy Server Stand (13/26 sp)
    - DD #663: Edwardian Expression Kitchen- Toasty Fine Flame Finish Stove (26/90 sp)
    - DD #787: Edwardian Expression Kitchen- Classy Clean Dishwasher (25/81 sp)
    - DD #802: Edwardian Expression Kitchen- Ornate Over Oven Fume (14/25 sp)
    - DD #805: Lord Vladimir’s Magic Cauldron (162/461)
    - DD #812: Edwardian Expression Kitchen- Noble Nuker Microwave (23/68 sp)
    - DD #892: Killer Classics (free)
    - DD #929: Edwardian Expression Kitchen- Pure and Tasteful (6/25 sp)
    => CYS: Edwardian Expression Kitchen (free)
    - DD #19: Enchanted Bundle of Dark Dealings (260 sp)
    => CYS More Magic! (free)
    => CYS: January 2012 (free)

    * January 2013, 919/3069 sp, 70%
    - DD #216: Ruffled Romper (30/45 sp)
    - DD #545: Falling Leaves Mobile (15/25 sp)
    - DD #588: Tallest Tree Clock (10/25 sp)
    - DD #910: Ragtime in the Big Easy (479 sp)
    => via CYS (385 sp)

    * July 2011, 393/2101 sp, 81%
    - DD #101: A Little Layered (54/99 sp)
    - DD #229: Foster The Strife Shirt Outfit (38/61 sp)
    - DD #306: Aunt Angela's Cast Iron Cookery (9/31 sp)
    - DD #533: Boyfriend's Blazer (26/76 sp)
    - DD #567: Grapes of Nectary Stove (28/81 sp)
    - DD #605: Broken Wind Jacket (38/61 sp)
    - DD #649: Vineyard Vittles Shelf (9/25 sp)
    - DD #778: Everyday - Cool Summer Nights (122 sp)
    - DD #774: Vineyard Vittles Dining Table (36/99 sp)
    - DD #832: Grapes of Nectary Stove Hood (21/45 sp)
    - DD #89: Mediterranean Villa Kitchen/Dining (12 sp)
    => CYS July 2011 (free)

    * June 2011, 525/2426 sp, 78%
    - DD #453: Scene in Four Parts (34/99 sp)
    - DD #527: V-ery Hip (32/71 sp)
    - DD #46: Doris Capri Pants (26/68 sp)
    - DD #83 or #326: Kady Shorts with Button Accents (30/68 sp)
    - DD #102: Taft Jug with Flowers (9/25 sp)
    - DD #249: Let the Sunshine in Window (38/99 sp)
    - DD #367: Everyday Hot Summer Days (130 sp)
    - DD #757: Little Trees (14/31 sp)
    - DD #916: Contemporary Comfort Bedroom (87 sp)
    => CYS: 125 sp

    * Kids! 2010, 382/4950 sp, 92%
    via Animals Abound cascade
    - DD #293 Fuzzy Friends Lamp Post (7/28)
    => CYS Animals Abound Playground (375 sp)
    => Free via CYS: Kids! 2010 + Tip Top Toddler Collection
    IT'S A GLITCH IN THE STORE, ONLY WORK IF YOU COMPLETE Animals Abound Playground – Outdoor Fun VIA CYS, NOT IF YOU ALREADY OWN THE WHOLE SET

    * Loads of Laundry, 143/1080 sp, 81%
    - DD #950: Coastal Clothing Cart (13/25 sp)
    - DD #539: Bayside Laundry (130/299 sp)
    - DD #447: Loads of Laundry (free)

    * Make a Wish Compilation, 735/4077 sp, 82%
    - DD #560: Towel Drying Stand (9/25 sp)
    - DD #758: Happily Ever After- Market Square Outfit (14/31 sp)
    - DD #26: Porcelain Tub (30/54 sp)
    - DD #87: Superlative Sofa (47/69 sp)
    - DD #134: Romantique Double Bed (42/54 sp)
    - DD #135: Storybook Bathroom Set (22 sp)
    - DD #140: Happily Ever After- Pauper Hides a Prince Outfit (21/45 sp)
    - DD #260: Happily Ever After- Village Girl Outfit (19/41 sp)
    - DD #452: Romantique Chaise (39/67 sp)
    - DD #456: Larger than Life Party Table (28/41 sp)
    - DD #540: Happily Ever After- Heroic Hair (30/68 sp)
    - DD #667: Happily Ever After Clothing and Hairstyles (234 sp)
    - DD #946: Divine Divan (32/56 sp)
    - DD #193: Storybook Dining Room Set (17 sp)
    => CYS Storybook Bedroom Set (97 sp)
    => CYS Full Storybook (54 sp)
    - DD #853: Make a Wish Compilation (free)

    * Man Cave Compilation, 130/3000 sp, 96%
    - DD #31: Rim Rockin’ Basketball Hoop (130/593 SP),
    - DD #65: Level Up Collection (Free),
    - DD #386 or #714: Man Cave Compilation (Free)

    * March 2011 Compilation, 405/2862 sp, 86%
    - DD #877: Botanists Nightmare (22/46 sp)
    - DD #872: Futureshock Living (383 sp)
    - DD #20: March 2011 compilation (free)

    * March 2013 Compilation 1566/3218 sp, 51%
    - DD #908: Flowered Crown (60 sp)
    - DD #215: Doric Column Fence (12 sp)
    - DD #358: Ancient Mosaic Rug (13 sp)
    - DD #368: Doric Column Gate (9 sp)
    - DD #477: Ancient Warriors (9 sp)
    - DD #784: Live, Laugh, Love (468 sp)
    (- Barrier to Entry: 536 sp
    - Large as Life Movie Screen: 239 sp)
    => CYS March 2013: 220 sp) (both premium items can sometimes be found in MMAO, buy them if there is a reduction of more than 10%; otherwise, better to complete CYS after Live, Laugh, Love. Do not buy the premium items full price!)

    * May 2011 Compilation, 788/3892 sp, (sets separately)
    - DD #39 or #836: Rocket Johnny's Retro Ride (80/198 sp)
    - DD #91: Lloyd Wright Bookshelf (23/75 sp)
    - DD #122 Cococounter from Nothing Atoll (29/50 sp)
    - DD #129: Forever Living Plant (8/25 sp)
    - DD #257 or #475 Tiki Living Room Set (152/220 sp) (buy first the cheapest item of the set to activate CYS in addition to the DD reduction)
    - DD #304: Tiki Dining Room Set (free)
    - DD #448: Sleek Chic (45/99 sp)
    - DD #525: A Little Chilly Dress (37/75 sp)
    - DD #654: Tubular Television (55/99 sp)
    - DD #833: Island Escape Compilation (free)
    - DD #879: Pocketed Skirt (43/68 sp)
    - DD #759: Everyday Casual Chic (135 sp)
    - DD #922: Bargain Lamp (11/25 sp)
    - DD #169: Mid-Century Fantasy (170 sp)
    => CYS May 2011 Compilation (free)

    * May 2012 Compilation, 291/2800 sp, 90%
    - sales: Multitab 6000 (200/287 sp)
    - DD #270: (48/99 sp)
    - DD #941: (7/25 sp)
    - DD #931: (36/99 sp)
    - DD #394: Technophobe No More (free)
    - DD #395: May 2012 Compilation (free)

    * November 2011 Compilation, 747/3080, 76% (sets separately)
    - DD #275: Hydro Fission Aquarium (68/124 sp)
    - DD #292: Bold Bandana Wrap (54/90 sp)
    - DD #302: Leisure Reaction Chair (56/81 sp)
    - DD #419: Gamma Green Thumb Plant (11/25 sp)
    - DD #698: Everyday Kids Collection (258 sp)
    - DD #794: Dojo Double Bed (43/100 sp)
    - DD #942: Sweet Serenity Lily Pad Mini Pond (13/26 sp)
    - DD #116: Imperial Bedroom Zen (39 sp)
    - DD #248: Atomic Age Living & Dining (205 sp)

    * October 2011 Compilation, 648/4180 sp, 84%
    - DD #431: Ace in the Palm (13/46 sp)
    - DD #10: Viva Las Vegas Living (410 sp)
    - DD #110: Hoisted Terra Vineyard Vase (35/61 sp)
    - DD #148: Go All in Compilation (free)
    - DD #397: Vineyard Villa Furnishings (190 sp)
    => CYS October 2011 Compilation (free)

    * Oh My Goth! Compilation, 510/2071 sp, 75%
    - sales: Multitab 6000 (200/287 sp)
    - DD #270: (48/99 sp)
    - DD #881: Gothique Flower Vase (11/13 sp)
    - sales: Gothique Living Room (208 sp)
    - DD #941: (7/25 sp)
    - DD #931: (36/99 sp)
    - DD #394: Technophobe No More (free)
    - DD #395: May 2012 Compilation (free)
    => CYS Oh My Goth! Compilation (free)

    * September 2011 Compilation, 844/2723 sp, 69%
    - DD #184: Derby Delight (58/99 sp)
    - DD #431: Ace in the Palm (13/46 sp)
    - DD #515: Boho Teen Lacy Top (23/61 sp)
    - DD #671: Flower Child (39/99 sp)
    - DD #10: Viva Las Vegas Living (410 sp)
    - DD #64: Boho Vintage Women's Collection (301 sp)
    => CYS: September 2011 Compilation (free)

    * Tip Top Toddler Collection, 382/2795 sp, 86%
    - DD #293 Fuzzy Friends Lamp Post (7/28)
    => CYS Animals Abound Playground (375 sp)
    => Kids! 2010 + Tip Top Toddler Collection free!
    IT'S A GLITCH IN THE STORE, ONLY WORK IF YOU COMPLETE Animals Abound Playground – Outdoor Fun VIA CYS, NOT IF YOU ALREADY OWN THE WHOLE SET

    * Ultra Lounge 2010, 858/4050 sp, 79% (may not be the cheaper)
    - DD #4: The Insulator (25/81 sp)
    - DD #107: Chef Jean's Choice Island Cabinet (14/55 sp)
    - DD #245: Made for Two Loveseat (34/81 sp)
    - DD #293: Fuzzy Friends Lamp Post (7/28) => Animals Abound Cascade
    - DD #371: Aromatic Stove (28/99 sp)
    - DD #373: Chef Jean's Choice Cabinet (16/55 sp)
    - DD #408: Culinary Dreams Island Counter (15/50 sp)
    - DD #485: Table End Table(15/50 sp)
    - DD #499: Ultimate Fridge (54/99 sp)
    - DD #507: Culinary Arts Stool (35/75 sp)
    - DD #519: Theo's Contempo Coffee Table (19/41 sp)
    - DD #691: Simply Ultra Sink (40/68 sp)
    - DD #733: Tropical Leaves of Repose (6/25 sp)
    - DD #739: Ultra Lounge Ceiling Lights (6/28 sp)
    => CYS Ultra Lounge Kitchen (91 sp)
    => CYS Ultra Lounge Kitchen + Bath (free)
    - DD #915: Overly General Dining Chair (28/61 sp)
    - DD #56: Ultra Lounge Dining Set (50 sp)
    => CYS Ultra Lounge 2010 (free)

    * Up the Ante Compilation, 532/2605 sp, 80%
    - DD #55 The Lucky Simoleon Casino 532 sp
    => Free by CYS

    * When Worlds Collide Collection, 839/2181 sp, 62% no CYS! Owning everything separately is cheaper:
    - DD #460: Not So Routine Machine: 125 sp
    - DD #689: A Mid-Century Modern Trailblazer (free)
    - Futureshock Loft Collection (689 sp) (buy first the cheapest item of the set to activate CYS in addition to the DD reduction)

    * World Inspiration Compilation, 615/3400 sp, 82% (may not be the cheaper way, I didn't map all possibilities)
    - DD #200: Pump-less Waterwork Sink (44/75 sp)
    - DD #359: Tranquil Trickle Fountain (7/25 sp)
    - DD #363: Pastoral Perfection Stove (58/99 sp)
    - DD #468: Contented Sighs (7/31 sp)
    - DD #555: Country Carved Tableware Cabinet (7/28 sp)
    - DD #623: Pastoral Practical Kitchen Shelf (12/26 sp)
    - DD #641: Hanging Kimono Wall Art (33/102 sp)
    - DD #713: Ki-Mini Kimono Outfit (23/81 sp)
    - DD #725: Alvar Vintage Famous Food Processor (25/47 sp)
    - DD #768: Spa Necessities (7/27 sp)
    - DD #794: Dojo Double Bed (43/100 sp)
    - DD #870: Murano Wooden Block Knife Stock (10/25 sp)
    - DD #898: Alvar Retro Trash Receptacle (20/61 sp)
    - DD #942: Sweet Serenity Lily Pad Mini Pond (13/26 sp)
    - DD #964: The Two Elements Sink (26/75 sp)
    - DD #52: Zen Again (103 sp)
    - DD #58: Alvar Vintage Aqua Washbasin (36/61 sp)
    - DD #116: Imperial Bedroom Zen (39 sp)
    - DD #152: Provence (9 sp)
    - DD #332: Harmonious Trio Floor Baskets (35/121 sp)
    - DD #392: Murano Retro and Ripe Fruit Bowl (11/26 sp)
    - DD #411: Alvar Vintage Shine On Stove (44/81 sp)
    - DD #513 or #99: Mid Century Modern Kitchen Marvels (3 sp)
    - DD #543: Finest Living, Finest Cooking (free)
    => CYS World Inspiration Collection (free)

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