Don't worry. Organize yourself, Get a deal and you'll feel better. Invest in a few little tools can make a big different in helping you feel organized and in control. This week, the Container Store is offering 20% off everything in the store. What a bargain!
To help you out, here are a few of my favorite things that you can get at The Container Store. BTW - Most of these items will make great stocking stuffers.
Cooknook Cookbook Holder. ($12.99) Install it underneath your kitchen cabinet. You'll be able to easily read your recipes without losing your counter space. Fold it up underneath the cabinet done.
Magnetic Tape ($1.99) Make a magnetic out of almost anything with this flexible tape. Me? I make magnetics out of old game pieces, but you can use it on postcards, picture frames, and pens.
Monkey Door Hooks ($9.99) Whimsical and purposeful, these monkeys are a fun addition to a mudroom, bathroom or kids room. Hooks can be used for towels, backpacks, umbrellas and more!
Undershelf Baskets ($12.99) Add instant storage to your cabinets with these baskets. Great way to keep your baking supplies organized, your plates neatly stacked, and your linens nearby!
Conceal BookShelves ($9.99 - $12.99). Wickedly cool to use - Make a stack of books look like they float in the air. Holds about 15 lbs, and stacks 16 inches high. This product is definitely a form and function product that's nice to have!
Waterbottles ($3.99) and Waterbottle straps ($3.99). Leakproof bottles that are ergonomically designed and waterbottle straps for hands free lugging around of your water.
Booksling ($4.99) You'll always remember where you left off in your book when you use a booksling.
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Monday, October 19, 2009
Friday, October 2, 2009
Luxury Sample Sale Boston Design Store
Furniture. Lighting. Flooring. Rugs. Art. Accessories. Antiques. Oh, my! Time to hit the Luxury Sample Sale at the Boston Design Center this weekend. It's quite the treasure hunt for extraordinary, unique home furnishings. Great place to pick up an designer accent piece or conversation item for your great room of yours at bargain prices. Up to 75% off! That's nice!
Admission is $10. Paid parking available nearby. 10 - 5 on Sat (10/3); 12 - 5 on Sun (10/4)
Visit Boston Design to pre-register and enter a chance to win $500 shopping spree and other prizes.
Time to buy that new rug you've been thinking of...
Happy Shopping!
Admission is $10. Paid parking available nearby. 10 - 5 on Sat (10/3); 12 - 5 on Sun (10/4)
Visit Boston Design to pre-register and enter a chance to win $500 shopping spree and other prizes.
Time to buy that new rug you've been thinking of...
Happy Shopping!
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Spending some money to get some more money.
Or in other words, get big savings on your next purchase by maximizing your deal margin (the difference between the retail price and what you actually spend). Some times you need to spend some money to get a little more money. And some times you need to put some effort behind getting a great deal. A little planning, quick research and a little store loyalty love can get you a great deal. Combine these two efforts and win big savings on the items you want or need most. Check out my ideas and the example below to get a better understanding of this Nifty and Thrifty shopping tactic.
Buy Gift Cards and Use Them Yourself. Shop at your favorite retailers straight from your credit card's reward program. Use your cashback rewards, get great deals and discounts. For example, using a Discover Card Partner Offer, I spent $60 to get $75 by buying (3) $25 gift cards for $20 each. If you have a favorite retailer, it can make sense to have a few gift cards on hand for future purchases just for the extra dollars you can acquire. Most credit card companies offer similar programs. Some magazines are also starting subscriber loyalty programs (e.g., Good Housekeeping and Parenting) . Use your cashback bonus to purchase the cards and it costs you nothing. Otherwise, charge the purchase and save $15.
Use Member Only Coupons. Join the email listing of only your favorite retailers. Retailers are offering great incentives to draw you into the store. Lands End sent a “Save $15 off a $75 purchase (online or in-store Sears). If you don't want to have the deals come to you via an email black, then take a few minutes to search for deals at online coupon sites such as Couponmom, eCoupons, or ebates.
Drive to avoid the sales tax. I live near the border of three states. If I'm buying a big ticket item or doing multiple shopping errands, it can make sense to drive across the state line and escape the sales tax. It’s a small savings on most items purchases, but I’m on austerity budget so every penny saved is used elsewhere.
Check for In-Store Sales. Sears is currently running 30% off selected Lands End Merchandise. Sometimes the in-store deals are better than its internet counterpart. Stores need to move the inventory to make room for new merchandise, often they mark down the item before the discount posts on the website. You may be able to maximize your savings if what you’re looking for is on the 30% rack.
Now that you have the basics, let me show you how this Nifty and Thrifty plays out with a real life example:
$59: Lands End Dorey Jacket
$49: Canvas Tote with Patent Leather Trim
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$108.00 Total Retail Value of Items to be Purchased.
- $14.70 (30% off in-store sale for the $49 Canvas Tote)
- $15.00 ($15 off $75 members only coupon for Lands End)
- $15.00 ($15 saved by buying $75 worth of gift cards for $60 via Discover Card Back Rewards Program)
- $03.17 (Save 5% sales tax on canvas tote bought in a sales tax free state)
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$63.30 – Actual Total Price Paid ($44.70 – Amount Saved)
Do a Nifty and Thrifty. Be happier being a saavy shopper.
Buy Gift Cards and Use Them Yourself. Shop at your favorite retailers straight from your credit card's reward program. Use your cashback rewards, get great deals and discounts. For example, using a Discover Card Partner Offer, I spent $60 to get $75 by buying (3) $25 gift cards for $20 each. If you have a favorite retailer, it can make sense to have a few gift cards on hand for future purchases just for the extra dollars you can acquire. Most credit card companies offer similar programs. Some magazines are also starting subscriber loyalty programs (e.g., Good Housekeeping and Parenting) . Use your cashback bonus to purchase the cards and it costs you nothing. Otherwise, charge the purchase and save $15.
Use Member Only Coupons. Join the email listing of only your favorite retailers. Retailers are offering great incentives to draw you into the store. Lands End sent a “Save $15 off a $75 purchase (online or in-store Sears). If you don't want to have the deals come to you via an email black, then take a few minutes to search for deals at online coupon sites such as Couponmom, eCoupons, or ebates.
Drive to avoid the sales tax. I live near the border of three states. If I'm buying a big ticket item or doing multiple shopping errands, it can make sense to drive across the state line and escape the sales tax. It’s a small savings on most items purchases, but I’m on austerity budget so every penny saved is used elsewhere.
Check for In-Store Sales. Sears is currently running 30% off selected Lands End Merchandise. Sometimes the in-store deals are better than its internet counterpart. Stores need to move the inventory to make room for new merchandise, often they mark down the item before the discount posts on the website. You may be able to maximize your savings if what you’re looking for is on the 30% rack.
Now that you have the basics, let me show you how this Nifty and Thrifty plays out with a real life example:
$59: Lands End Dorey Jacket
$49: Canvas Tote with Patent Leather Trim
___
$108.00 Total Retail Value of Items to be Purchased.
- $14.70 (30% off in-store sale for the $49 Canvas Tote)
- $15.00 ($15 off $75 members only coupon for Lands End)
- $15.00 ($15 saved by buying $75 worth of gift cards for $60 via Discover Card Back Rewards Program)
- $03.17 (Save 5% sales tax on canvas tote bought in a sales tax free state)
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$63.30 – Actual Total Price Paid ($44.70 – Amount Saved)
Do a Nifty and Thrifty. Be happier being a saavy shopper.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Saving pennies means extra dollars for your lattes
It’s a sign of the time. Money is tight. Folks are cutting back to the bare bone essentials. I’m a firm believer in scaling back, but also believe that you still need to treat yourself to a few simple luxuries to stay happy. So if you need your daily latte, just learn to trim pennies elsewhere. Try a few of these effective tactics and sip away …
Bigger isn’t always better. Check the unit prices. Buy the smaller size package. It’s not uncommon for a supermarket or pharmacy to charge more for the supersized package. To find the best deal, check the unit price of an item before you purchase. You’ll be surprised to discover that the larger size bottle of laundry detergent or saline solution isn’t always your best bet. Rather than buy the large size bottle of saline solution, I could have ought 2 smaller bottles, saving $3. Being thrifty, I went bought generic version to save an additional $3. Grand total savings - $6.
Stick around for the refill. If you’re hanging out at Starbucks, and need a second cup of java. Don’t buy another cup. Ask for a refill. Most Starbucks give refills of brewed coffee or tea for 55-65 cents. $1.25 savings.
Ask for a better rate/discount. When my friend’s daily newspaper subscription increased $6, I had her call Customer Service and ask for a discount. The senior citizen discount reduced the bill by $2 (a small latte). When my friend selected to cancel, Customer Service dropped it another $2. Chia-Ching! $4 savings in total.
Drop Netflicks. Get your DVDs from the library. Netflick charges $4.99;On-Demand Cable movies run $4.50; the library charges $0 –it’s free. Net – Net, with $5 savings, you buy your latte and the scone.
Get the good deal. If you’re standing the aisle and wondering if the store sale really is a good deal, call 1-888-DO-FRUCALL (It’s Free). Type in the bar code number for the product. FRUCALL will tell you the range of prices that online retailers are currently selling the item.
Free Shipping isn’t really free. Retailers with a free shipping policy often charge higher prices. If you return the item, some retailers will charge you back for the original shipping costs. Be sure to check the return policy before you buy. When I was looking for winter boots, I noticed Zappos was selling the boots for $170, but the manufacturer’s website was selling the pair of boots on sale for $145 plus $9 shipping.
Be happy. Shop wisely.
Bigger isn’t always better. Check the unit prices. Buy the smaller size package. It’s not uncommon for a supermarket or pharmacy to charge more for the supersized package. To find the best deal, check the unit price of an item before you purchase. You’ll be surprised to discover that the larger size bottle of laundry detergent or saline solution isn’t always your best bet. Rather than buy the large size bottle of saline solution, I could have ought 2 smaller bottles, saving $3. Being thrifty, I went bought generic version to save an additional $3. Grand total savings - $6.
Stick around for the refill. If you’re hanging out at Starbucks, and need a second cup of java. Don’t buy another cup. Ask for a refill. Most Starbucks give refills of brewed coffee or tea for 55-65 cents. $1.25 savings.
Ask for a better rate/discount. When my friend’s daily newspaper subscription increased $6, I had her call Customer Service and ask for a discount. The senior citizen discount reduced the bill by $2 (a small latte). When my friend selected to cancel, Customer Service dropped it another $2. Chia-Ching! $4 savings in total.
Drop Netflicks. Get your DVDs from the library. Netflick charges $4.99;On-Demand Cable movies run $4.50; the library charges $0 –it’s free. Net – Net, with $5 savings, you buy your latte and the scone.
Get the good deal. If you’re standing the aisle and wondering if the store sale really is a good deal, call 1-888-DO-FRUCALL (It’s Free). Type in the bar code number for the product. FRUCALL will tell you the range of prices that online retailers are currently selling the item.
Free Shipping isn’t really free. Retailers with a free shipping policy often charge higher prices. If you return the item, some retailers will charge you back for the original shipping costs. Be sure to check the return policy before you buy. When I was looking for winter boots, I noticed Zappos was selling the boots for $170, but the manufacturer’s website was selling the pair of boots on sale for $145 plus $9 shipping.
Be happy. Shop wisely.
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Got Clutter?
Over run with the clutter of unwanted, discarded, no longer loved items within your home? Don't have the time or desire to haul it off to your local goodwill center? Rather sleep on a bed of nails than organize a yard sale?
Whatever the case, here's a great solution for getting rid of stuff and giving it to someone else who can use it. Ever have something that you just hated to toss away but wanted to give it to someone who could use it more -- Here's your chance to recycle your no longer loved items for free. Join Freecycle.org. (http://www.freecycle.org/)
Whatever the case, here's a great solution for getting rid of stuff and giving it to someone else who can use it. Ever have something that you just hated to toss away but wanted to give it to someone who could use it more -- Here's your chance to recycle your no longer loved items for free. Join Freecycle.org. (http://www.freecycle.org/)
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Running to the Sneaker Sale
Nothing like a new pair of sneakers to put the workout into high gear! So when is the time to buy ? June/July - when retailers are starting to turn over their stock to make room for the new season's offerings; November when retailers are trying to wind down the Back to School stock and make room for winter boots. Looking for an even better deal on your favorite sneaker? Buy multiples and ask for a volume discount. Take a competitor's coupon and ask if they'll honor it.
And don't forget to give your old pair another life -- donate it the Nike's Reuse A Shoe program. For more information, go to: http://www.letmeplay.com/reuseashoe/. Since 1990, Nike has recycled more than 21 million pairs of athletic shoes toward more than 265 sport surfaces; giving thousands of young people access to new playgrounds and athletic facilities around the world.
And don't forget to give your old pair another life -- donate it the Nike's Reuse A Shoe program. For more information, go to: http://www.letmeplay.com/reuseashoe/. Since 1990, Nike has recycled more than 21 million pairs of athletic shoes toward more than 265 sport surfaces; giving thousands of young people access to new playgrounds and athletic facilities around the world.
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Wednesday is Starbucks Day
In the days of old, Wednesday used be Prince Spaghetti Day. These days, pasta is out and java is in. In as in Starbucks! Now through July 23rd, Starbuck is giving away a free tall ice brewed Starbucks (R) Terraza Blend, chilled and slightly sweetened. (20 carbs) coffee every Wednesday. Ok, can you scream "Yum!" - You'll need to present your Wednesday card to the server. Don't have one? just ask for one at your local Starbucks.
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