Archive for the 'Great Finds' Category

Easy Gift Giving

Saturday, November 22nd, 2008

This is a great site for giving group gifts.

Say you want to give your boss a gift card from everyone in the office for Christmas.  All you have to do is go to www.fromeveryone.com, select your store of choice, and notify your co-workers to start contributing!  On a day selected by you, the card is [...]

Cold and rainy? You’re covered.

Thursday, November 13th, 2008

I just read about these amazing(ly overpriced) boots, and I had to share.  Think Uggs + rain protection and you have MoovBoots!  They’re straight out of Australia, so naturally they have the sheepskin lining (must be an Australia thing), yet they’re galoshes too!  If I could justify spending $200 for these guys, they’d be in [...]

My deals of the week

Tuesday, September 30th, 2008

I know it’s been forever since I’ve posted… seems to be an ongoing trend (my apologies).  But I couldn’t help but share my great purchases this week!
1.  I’ve decided to get my finances in order before tax season sneaks up on me (and mine sneaks up quick because I have to file quarterly).  This financial [...]

2GB for $8.00

Friday, September 5th, 2008

I don’t know the last time you all researched flash drive prices, but they can be a little steep.  I came across this 2GB flash drive the other day, and the price is unbeatable.  Even better - there’s free shipping!  You can only find this price on Kingston’s website, so if you’re in the market [...]

Budget Bling

Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008

Before this ring went on sale, you could blow your entire stimulus check on it; but now, thanks to the beauty of sales, the only thing that’s getting stimulated is your jewelry collection. So go ahead and adorn your finger with this 1 1/10 ct. cushion cut green amethyst ring with pavé diamonds and [...]

Go Greek!

Wednesday, June 18th, 2008

Greek sandals are all the rage.  All stores have them, everyone is wearing them, so how can you stand out in a crowd of fashionable footwear?  The answer: Melissinos.  These Greek sandals are just that, Greek.  Yup, that’s right, they are straight out of Greece.  How about that for authentic?

WD-40: the new Duct Tape

Monday, June 16th, 2008

From de-squeaking doors to shooing flies, you’ll never think of WD-40 the same… or use it for the same thing.
WD-40…

Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes.
Protects silver from tarnishing.
Removes road tar and grime from cars.
Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.
Gives floors that ‘just-waxed’ sheen without making it slippery.
Keeps flies off cows.
Restores and cleans [...]

On-The-Go Manicure

Sunday, May 18th, 2008

Fix broken nails on-the-go with this great purse staple.

Add Green to Your Workout Routine

Sunday, May 18th, 2008

This eco-chic bag keeps you organized. Its roomy interior features a zippered pocket, an elastic pocket and a key tether. A vented outside compartment can hold shoes, wet clothes or towel. Includes an easy-reach outside pocket for water bottle, inside and outside holsters for cell phone and MP3 player, and bottom adjustable straps for your [...]

Protect yourself in style

Thursday, May 15th, 2008

Let’s not kid ourselves - it’s a scary world out there, especially for us women. Did you know that 1 in 6 women will be a victim of sexual assault in their lifetime, or that every 2 minutes, someone in the U.S. is sexually assaulted? These are frightening statistics, but you can do something to [...]

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