Tax-Free Weekend Starts Friday

Need aprons, corsets, ponchos or ski masks? The time to buy them is this weekend. 

Whether you're buying some of the more unusual items on the list or just the ususal back-to-school supplies, tax-free weekend is the time to save money. 

The holiday starts Friday and ends Sunday at midnight. The 6 percent state sales tax and any local sales tax will not be applied to purchases such as clothing, school supplies, printers, computer software and comforter sets. 

The tax-free holiday does not apply to items such as jewelry, cosmetics, eyewear, wallets, watches or furniture. Rented clothing, items for use in a business or items placed on layaway are not included in the holiday sale either.  

For a complete list of tax-exempt items, click here.

Here are some of the more unusual tax-free items: 

• beach capes and coats
• bonnets 
• bridal gowns
• ice skates
• hunting vests
• tuxedo
• corset
• poncho
• apron