27 Ekim 2009 Salı

Sexy Boots on Sale!

Check out these gorgeous Frye Ava Canvas Pull Ons from 6pm.com.

Right now, if you visit the site, all Frye boots and sandals are discounted 55%. You are going to buy boots anyway this season, you may as well get them for half price!

While we’re discussing boots – I want to send a poll topic to the room. How do you like to wear your boots? The day of them just being for jeans are long over!

26 Ekim 2009 Pazartesi

Christmas Shopping During Big Sales

Several times a year retailers offer big sales on many of their items. Some of these times include President’s Day, Easter, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and of course Christmas. Retailers hold sale events during these times of year to encourage shoppers to get out and make some big purchases. The last minute Christmas shopping frenzy which takes place each year can be largely attributed to the sale events at Christmas time. Many shoppers specifically wait until the last minute to do their Christmas shopping because they know many items will go on sale at this time. While this is an excellent way to save money, savvy Christmas shoppers know that doing a little bit of their Christmas shopping at these other sales during the year can help to ease the stress and financial burdens often associated with last minute Christmas shopping.

Christmas shopping during big sales is definitely a good idea but it is important to remember that there are some ways to really take advantage of a big sale and some ways to have your Christmas shopping deterred by a big sale. This article will discuss a few basic strategies for doing your Christmas shopping during big sales without falling into some of the common pitfalls often associated with shopping during sales.

One of the biggest pitfalls associated with doing your Christmas shopping during big sales events is to end up purchasing many items you don’t need and would not have purchased if they weren’t on sale. This can be a problem especially if it causes you to exceed the budget you have set for Christmas shopping. This often happens when shoppers encounter a sale they think is simply too good to pass up. For some shoppers a discount of more than 50% seems very appealing and they may be tempted to buy these items just because the price has been reduced by so much but they might not really need the item. In this case the shopper may be saving 50% off of the original price because of the discount but if they wouldn’t have purchased the item if it wasn’t on sale they are really spending more than they would normally spend and are essentially losing money. To avoid this pitfall, it is wise to make a list of each person on your list and what you intend to purchase for them so you will not be tempted by big bargains.

Another problem associated with Christmas shopping during big sales is that hesitancy often causes the shopper to miss out on an item. When you are Christmas shopping during a big sale it is important to be slightly impulsive. If you see an item you think you would like to purchase for someone on your Christmas list, you have to either buy it right away or run the risk that it will be gone if you come back later to look for the item. Retailers often put items on sale when they only have a limited quantity of the item in stock and therefore once they sell out the item is gone. So it is important to remember that when you are Christmas shopping during a big sale, you have to make decisions quickly. You need to either decide to purchase an item or completely forget about the item because it will likely be sold soon after you leave the store.

Buying Clothing When Christmas Shopping

Christmas shopping can be a lot of fun. Spending some time searching for the perfect gift for everyone on your gift list can be a great deal of fun. It is also rewarding when you find and purchase a gift you just know your loved one will treasure. However, there is one aspect of Christmas shopping which seems to be difficult for everyone.

It seems when it comes to buying clothing while Christmas shopping, everyone seems to have at least a slight hesitation. There are just so many variables when it comes to clothes shopping that it can be difficult to shop for clothing for those on your gift list. Some of the variables which make Christmas shopping for clothing so difficult include size, color, style and material. This article will take a look at why Christmas shopping for clothing is so difficult and will attempt to offer some insight into how to purchase clothing for others.

The matter of size is one thing that makes Christmas shopping for clothing so difficult. You may have a good idea about what size your friend or family members is but it can be difficult to select the correct size particularly for items such as pants, skirts, dresses or blazers. Items such as sweatshirts in which the fit does not have to be perfectly tailored are easier to shop for but even with these items you still run the risk of selecting a shirt which is too small. A sweatshirt which is too big is considered acceptable as many people where these shirts large as a style but shirts which are too small can be rather uncomfortable and will not likely be worn by the recipient. When Christmas shopping for clothing it is wise to either select casual items or ask the recipient to try on the clothing. This ruins the element of surprise but will help you to select the correct size. You may wish to discuss your intentions to purchase clothing for your friend or family member and ask them if they would prefer to receive a surprise or to participate in the selection process by trying on items before they are purchased.

Selecting colors is another difficult aspect of Christmas shopping for clothing. In general if you know your friend or family members wears a particular color often, it is safe to assume they like this color and enjoy wearing this color. However, even this safe strategy can backfire on you at times. You may decide to purchase an article of clothing in this particular color because you see your friend or family members wearing the color often but you may soon find out they are tired of wearing that particular color and were hoping to receive clothing in other colors to expand their wardrobe. Again you can alleviate this problem by talking to your friend or relative and asking them what colors they would like to wear. This lets them know you are planning to purchase clothing for them for Christmas but does not give away the type of clothing or the style of the clothing.

Perhaps one of the most difficult dilemmas associated with Christmas shopping for clothing is selecting a style which will be appealing to the recipient of the Christmas gift and will look good on the recipient as well. If you are purchasing a gift of clothing for a really close friend or family member you may have a good idea about the style of clothing she likes because you see the clothing she wears on a regular basis but it still can be difficult to pick out items which you know she will like and will be flattering on her in terms of style. Again one of the best ways to deal with this situation is to ask the friend or relative to come shopping with you.

Tips on How to Save Money When Shopping

Shopping is very addictive. Most of the time, the household budget is sacrificed once you go shopping. Shopping should not give you headaches as long as you know how to budget. Here are the things that you need to remember:

1. Always remember to spend your money wisely whenever you go shopping. Bring only the exact amount of money you need in buying your items. To ensure that you only buy the important things, you have to make a list of the items that you need to buy. You may then budget your money wisely and will prevent you from buying things that are not that important.

2. It is advisable that you compare prices from different stores before buying an item. Do not limit yourself to just one store. There are stores that offer the same quality but can have a lower price. A smart thing you may do is to be attentive to the prices of the items that you buy regularly when shopping. There are instances that a store has an untimely changing of prices on different items.

3. It is recommended that you do your shopping during the end of the season. Prices of many items, especially clothes, are very low and affordable during this time of the year. You may buy clothes in the months of August and September if you are looking for bargain clothes for your summer wear.

4. You may shop in dollar stores where you can find items that are on sale and where prices are low. Although the quality of some items is not the same when you buy in malls and shopping galleries but the merchandises are still new and not yet used. These stores can provide you the best prices that can cope with on your budget.

5. Another way to save money while shopping is to economize the travel you make in finding the stores you want to buy an item. You may take a stop on your daily route to check if the items you buy regularly have not changed their prices or are still in the price of your budget. You may purchase the item even before you do your shopping schedule. This can save you fuel and time.

6. Try to find discount stores that offer quality items that have discounts and can offer a very affordable price on your desired item. The prices on discount stores may vary depending on the season of the year. These stores can be located in large shopping areas like in malls and shopping galleries.

Pros and Cons of Shopping on eBay

Are you a relatively new fan of online shopping? If you are, you may have not yet had the chance to examine eBay. Even if you have never shopped on eBay, there is a good chance that you already know exactly what it is. eBay is an online auction website that allows internet users to sell items that they own, but not longer need or want to have. This is what makes eBay the largest online market place, as just about anyone can buy or sell there. However, with just about anything else you find online, shopping on eBay has its pros and it cons.

One of the biggest pros to shopping on eBay is the large selection of products that you will have to choose from. You can find just about anything on eBay, within reason of course. It is not uncommon to find cars for sale, baby toys, clothing, home décor items, computers, gaming consoles, and much more. Items found on eBay can be purchased in either new or used conditions. It is also important to note that many eBay sellers end up selling the same or similar items. For you, this also enables you to compare prices; to get the best deals.

Another pro to shopping on eBay is that it is relatively easy to do. Once you have registered for a free account with eBay, you are able to start shopping on eBay. When shopping on eBay, you can easily find what you are looking for. In fact, that is another pro of shopping on eBay; the ease of finding what you want. With a simple eBay search or even an advanced search, you could find a number of products that fit the description as to what you are looking for. By viewing those items, you can then decide if you want to purchase them or not.

Speaking of making purchases on eBay, you will also find that it is easy to do. As stated above, eBay allows internet users to post items for sale that they no longer need or want. While still following eBay’s rules, these sellers have a little bit of flexibility, such as how much money they want to charge for their products, as well as what methods of payment they accept. Although some eBay sellers are limited on the methods of payment that they accept, you will find that most are fairly flexible. For instance, common forms of accepted payments of eBay include PayPal, money orders, and personal checks; making it easy and safe to buy on eBay.

Although there are a number of pros to shopping on eBay, it is also important to mention the cons, as there are some of those as well. One of the biggest cons or downsides to shopping on eBay is that eBay is home to a number of scammers. While eBay works hard to eliminate these scams and shield buyers, like you, from them, there are some that get past security. With that in mind, if you proceed with caution, you should be able to safely shop eBay, without any problems. The few eBay scams that you will want to be on the lookout for involves sellers that advertise they have products that they don’t really have, sellers who claim products are in excellent condition when they are not, and others along those lines.

In connection with eBay scams, another downside to eBay is that just about anyone can become an eBay seller. This means that someone who has every intention of taking your money, but not delivering a product can register for an account with eBay and start selling. Of course, eBay catches onto these sellers pretty quickly and, most of the time, their accounts are disabled. With keeping that in mind, you just need to watch who you do business with. Be on the lookout for any sellers with a large number of negative feedback ratings or sellers who are new to eBay.

As you can see, there are a number of pros and cons to doing your shopping with eBay. For the most part, most eBay buyers have a positive experience with eBay. If you watch what you are doing, namely what you choose to buy and from whom, you should also be able to have a positive experience on eBay; one that will likely bring you back for more shopping.

20 Şubat 2009 Cuma

5 Great Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

Valentine's Day is the perfect holiday to show the people in your life how much you care for them. Whether it's through cards, flowers, chocolates, or another way, gifts on Valentine's Day are a wonderful form of expression. Here are five excellent gift ideas you can use this Valentine's Day:

1. Everyone loves picture frames. Try something different this Valentine's Day by cutting a heart shape into a CD. You can use any CD you like, whether it's a blank disc, or an old CD you just never use any more. Place a picture of yourself or of you and your loved one together in the center of the heart shaped CD, with the shiny side facing up. You have now created a beautiful handmade gift that's simple, shiny, and something they will remember forever.

2. Girls love jewelry, so for the little girls in your life, try making a cute heart shaped Valentine's Day themed necklace. You can find little bottles shaped like hearts with bubbles or perfume in them, attached to a necklace at many craft stores. Apply your own heart to the center of the pendant and write any phrase you like such as "sweet one" or "I love you". They look adorable and have a nice custom touch when you create the heart label yourself.

3. Trinket and jewelry boxes are a Valentine's Day favorite. Spruce up an old tin by adding ribbon and printed phrases. Glue the ribbon around the edge of the tin, and use scrapbook or printed paper to apply to the top. Finish it off with some glitter and a pink ribbon, and you have a nice customized box that she'll love to put her jewelry or other trinkets in.

4. Handmade jewelry is another sentimental Valentine's favorite. Make pins using candy molds shaped like hearts and plaster of Paris. Mix the plaster well and pour it into the candy molds, and insert a small pin. When it's dry, remove it from the mold and paint it. Apply a clear glaze or glazing spray to give it a finished look and to protect the pin. You now have a beautiful home made piece of jewelry that's straight from the heart.

5. One of the most thoughtful Valentine's Day gifts is something called "Daily Love." Simply cut out small paper hearts using construction or sketch paper in different Valentine's Day colors. Then, write something on each heart that tells the other person why or how much you love them. Put the small hearts in a jar or a nice box, and your loved one can pull one out each day to be reminded of just how much you truly love and care for them.

Five Great Ideas for Christmas Crafts

Christmas is the perfect time of year to start getting together with the family and coming up with some creative craft ideas. Not all gifts need to be store bought; in fact, some of the most cherished gifts many of us receive are the ones made by hand from our loved ones. You can come up with new ideas, or use some of the great Christmas craft ideas listed here. It's sure to be a hit and it is also a great way to make some special time together as a family.

Ornaments are a perfect Christmas craft. They are versatile, cute, and creative, and you make several in one batch to give as gift tags, stocking stuffers, or just as a single gift. A Christmas candy cane mouse ornament makes a wonderful addition to anyone's tree. It's easy to make with just gray and pink felt, googly eyes, yarn, and some hot glue. Cut the felt into a mouse shape and glue on the eyes and ears. Then, insert the candy cane into the mouse for the tail. It's cute, creative, and adorable.

Advent calendars are a fun way for children and adults alike to count down to Christmas day. You can make a Santa Claus advent calendar, using his beard as the days to count down. Simply make Santa's face out of construction paper or felt. Then, cut small slits in his beard, and attach white paper chains across and down. Each paper chain signifies one day, so you'll need to make a total of 24 and start removing them on December first. Once all of the pieces of Santa's beard are removed, it will be Christmas day!

Everyone loves gingerbread houses, but they can be rather difficult to make. If you want to make a tasty and easy alternative, try making miniature gingerbread houses out of graham crackers. They look authentic, and taste delicious. Plus, you can make more of them so some can be given away. Decorate them with icing and gumdrops and watch the graham crackers transform into tiny little houses. These are a fun craft to make for Christmas that also taste wonderful.

Another great Christmas craft idea is the reindeer candy jar. The kids can fill it with their favorite candies and give them as gifts at school. Simply take a clean, empty jar and wrap it with brown felt or construction paper. Decorate the front of one side with the reindeer's eyes, nose and mouth using pom-poms and glue, and wiggly eyes. Then, use small twigs and glue them onto the jar to serve as the antlers. Allow the glue to try and then fill them with nuts or candy, and you have a super cute and easy Christmas craft.

You can make a number of other great Christmas crafts with old Christmas cards, tinsel, greenery, or other items from last year if you wish. Take an old Christmas card and cut out the front, and glue it to an empty small jar. Then, insert a candle, and you have a homemade candleholder for the season. Use beads and safety pins to make a variety of different decorations or lapel pins. Popcorn garland and hand made stockings are just a couple of other ideas. Brainstorm and see what other great ideas for Christmas crafts you can come up with.