06.02.08
Posted in Easy Gifting, Event Tickets, Father's Day, Great Ideas, Music, Sports, Theatre, Unusual Gifts at 9:40 pm by Deb Savvy
Looking for tickets? No matter what you’re looking to attend – or when – TicketsNow 
has the seats you want at the events you’re dying to see. Over 89% of ANY TICKETS available on the internet are available at TicketsNow . WOW! Over 89%!
Madonna, Los Angeles Lakers, American Idols Live, New York Yankees, Elton John, Wicked, Jonas Brothers, Boston Celtics, Tina Turner, Chicago Cubs, Jersey Boys, Detroit Red Wings, Boston Red Sox, Jimmy Buffett, Dave Matthews Band, Mexico National Soccer, Tom Petty, Kenny Chesney, South Pacific, Coldplay, Pittsburgh Penguins, US Men’s National Soccer, Rascal Flatts, The Cure, Bruce Springsteen, Iron Maiden, Neil Diamond, James Taylor, The Lion King, Detroit Pistons, Cher, Philadelphia Phillies, Radiohead, St. Louis Cardinals, WWE – World Wrestling, Entertainment, Houston Astros, R.E.M., Rush, The Police, George Michael, The Eagles, Toby Keith, John Mayer, Tim McGraw, Jerry Seinfeld, Hot 97 Summer Jam, Counting Crows, New York Mets, Journey, Baltimore Orioles and more. You name it – they’ve got the tickets.
Helpful Gifting Hint: If you’re stumped for an idea for Father’s Day – you can’t go wrong with event tickets. Give the Dad the gift of a day at the ballpark or a night at the opera – or just about anything else. Maybe something the two of you could enjoy together.
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05.26.08
Posted in Great Ideas, Original Designs, Purses and Bags at 11:32 pm by Deb Savvy
The worst part about packing light is having to forgo accessories. You might only be going away for two or three days – but does that mean you can’t look fabulous?
Not necessarily. With Miche Bag 
and its ingenious system of interchangeable shells you can still manage to travel with only carry-on baggage and still have a purse that works perfectly with every outfit you wear.
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05.14.08
Posted in Great Ideas, Practical Gifts, Weddings at 11:27 pm by Deb Savvy
This is one of those ideas that’s so clever, so useful, so original and SO simple that I can’t believe I didn’t think of it myself.
Infinitely practical, I think a New Bride Name Change Kit makes for a pretty terrific engagement or bridal shower gift.
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05.10.08
Posted in Cocktails, Ecofriendly Shopping, Great Ideas, Groceries, Kitchen, Kosher at 5:50 am by Deb Savvy
Summer is just around the corner – and so is the invasion of the thirsty visitors. If you’re looking for a tasty, lower calorie, more affordable and more convenient alternative to the typical cases of soda, then this might just be what you’re looking for.
With no more disposable cans and bottles, and a soda system that operates without any electricity, you’ll feel greener every time you enjoy a cold drink. Create seltzer as fizzy as you like it – only pennies a serving. Or add one of their totally tasty flavors. Certified Kosher.
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05.05.08
Posted in Beach and Pool, Cooking, Entertaining, Gifts under $20, Great Ideas, Hostess Gifts at 2:44 am by Deb Savvy
These mesh food covers are one of those ingenious things that you wish you’d known about sooner. And now that you do know – snatch them up now and make the most of the upcoming outdoor dining season.
Food covers mesh white s/3
What a clever way to keep your food protected at your next outdoor gathering! And a great hostess gift for a barbecue or pool party, too. The set of three nesting food covers sells for $12.98 at Lillian Vernon Online
where they’ve got all kinds of clever products sure to help you make the most of every backyard barbecue or day at the beach.
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05.03.08
Posted in Art Supplies, As Seen on TV, Education, Great Ideas, Hobbies and Crafts, Learning at 11:28 pm by Deb Savvy
Now you can take an art class any time you like – on your schedule. You can even take the same class over and over again until you feel you’ve mastered the concepts. Art Academy Live is a completely revolutionary concept in art instruction and as their official partner, Blick Art Materials 
is proud to announce the new Palette Membership.
For only $10 a month, you’ll have unlimited access to over 200 video art lessons. Talented instructors include Tom Lynch, Allen Montague, Tom Jones, Connie Logan, Dick Ensing, Sterling Edwards, Morgan Samuel Price, Jael, Brian Lopatic, Tim Packer and other top teachers. On demand. Get the art instruction you want, when you want it. Direct to your desktop. No downloading necessary. Learn more at Blick Art Materials .
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05.02.08
Posted in Books, Cooking, Great Ideas, Mother's Day Gifts, Personalized Gifts, Unique Items at 5:45 am by Deb Savvy
Here’s a great Mother’s Day gift for any mom who enjoys cooking. Create a cookbook just for her at TasteBook.com 
.
TasteBook.com is a one-of-a-kind site where it’s easy to create beautiful personal cookbooks delivered right to your door. You can:
- Upload your own recipes and photos
- Choose among 50,000+ recipes from Epicurious.com and other top food web sites
- Select a gorgeous cover design
- Create your own title
A terrific personalized culinary gift from TasteBook.com is wonderful for Mother’s Day and just as tasty for many other occasions, too. Save 20% on your order with the coupon code above. Valid through 7/31/2008.
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04.26.08
Posted in Great Ideas, Music, Shopping Tips at 7:39 pm by Deb Savvy
Not playing your musical instrument anymore? Maybe you’ve got some instruments that your child has outgrown. You can turn unused instruments and musical equipment into cold, hard cash with the new instrument buy-back program from Woodwind & Brasswind
. That’s right. Woodwind & Brasswind wants your used instruments!
Clean out your basement and clean up. See Woodwind & Brasswind for details. Get cash or store credit.
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04.22.08
Posted in Gadgets, Great Ideas, Hard to Find Items, Phones, Tech Stuff at 1:16 am by Deb Savvy
If you’re lucky enough to have an iPhone, then you don’t need me to tell you how great it is. And you also don’t need me to tell you how important it is the have a protective case and dust shield. Here’s a perfect option.
The iPhone Wrapz from ifrogz will protect your iPhone in style. Each case is treated with their proprietary anti-dust technology. 100% polished silicone. Available in a slew of cool colors including red, blue, brown, silver, pink, white, green and more. A steal for only $19.95.
PS: Faithful readers might be giggling. I started with a post called “London Calling” (http://savvyshoppingblog.com/blog2/2008/04/22/london-calling/), then a post about London (http://savvyshoppingblog.com/blog2/2008/04/22/and-speaking-of-london/) and now one about phones. Get it? Sometimes I crack myself up!
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02.12.08
Posted in Gardening, Great Ideas, Houseplants, Plants at 11:30 pm by Deb Savvy
Looking for some immediate gratification? There’s no need to wait. You can start spring right now. With a windowbox or container garden from Windowbox.com – The Biggest Name in Little Gardens 
. Container gardening is a great way to bring some spring splash into your home right now. When the weather warms up, you can use your container garden to add a touch of color anywhere in your outdoor space. A windowbox can add warmth and color to an interior window ledge during the remaining weeks of winter. By the time you relocate it to it’s summer home on the outer ledge, it will be in full bloom and looking terrific.
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02.09.08
Posted in Chocolate, Great Ideas, New Baby, Party Favors, Personalized Gifts, Photography, Stationery and Cards at 6:31 am by Deb Savvy
I love this idea! If you don’t want to send to the usual birth announcement, here’s a tasty option. A birth announcement chocolate bar. The World’s Finest® Chocolate new baby announcement. 
How sweet! You can even personalize your chocolate bars with a photo and the new arrival’s personal stats.
Personalized Milk Chocolate with Caramel 1.75 oz. Bars 
Personalized bars including the baby’s name, birth date, weight, length, proud parents’ names and a photo are $88 for a case of 50 bars. Choose from milk chocolate, chocolate with almonds, chocolate with crisped rice or the creamy caramel filled chocolate shown above. YUM.
It’s a Girl Milk Chocolate w/Almonds 1.75 oz. Bars – 50 bar case
1.75 ounce bars It’s a Girl or It’s a Boy chocolate bars are $52 for a case of 50 bars and make a terrific favor for a baby shower.
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02.02.08
Posted in Aromatherapy, Cologne, Great Ideas, Personal Care, Unique Items, Wellness at 1:12 am by Deb Savvy
Make yourself utterly irresistible to the object of your affection. Unleash the power of pheromones. Ever wonder why some people have it all? It’s the power of scent.
Attract that special someone. Give yourself a little extra edge in life. Have it all. For less.
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01.21.08
Posted in Books, Bridal Shower Gifts, Cooking, Gifts under $40, Great Ideas, Personalized Gifts at 1:37 am by Deb Savvy
I’ve seen some ‘create your own book’ websites before and even featured some of them here at the www.savvyshoppingblog.com/blog2. I’ve also seen some ‘create your own cookbook’ websites. But I’ve never seen one like TasteBook 
. Choose among over 25,000 recipes – from Epicurious, Bon Appetit, Gourmet and other great publishers. You can even upload and include your own favorites, add personal photos and customize your with a beautiful cover. It’s fun, fast and easy – like iTunes for recipes. Create a personal cookbook at TasteBook.com 
Each TasteBook.com custom cookbook costs $34.95 and includes 100 recipes and ten chapter dividers and an easy-open binder so you can add more recipes any time. It’s a great way to clean up the clutter of old magazine issues and clipped pages. I also think a custom cookbook is a great gift. Especially for a bridal shower. And I can’t think of a more wonderful way to pass family favorite recipes on to the next generation. What a nice gift from mother to daughter or grandmother to granddaughter!
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01.14.08
Posted in As Seen on TV, Father's Day, Great Ideas, Men's Furnishings, Practical Gifts, Valentines for Him at 12:31 am by Deb Savvy
It’s one of those ‘I could have had a V-8′ ideas – something completely ingenious that no one’s come up with before. I saw this on CNBC not too long ago and was completely blown away. So simple. So practical. And such a clever way to solve an every day problem for millions of people. No, it’s nothing as monumental as the solution to world hunger or a cure for cancer. But this clever little invention will always keep your shirt collar looking crisp and fresh through even the longest days.
WurkinStiffs magnetic collar stays
are available in a variety of sizes to work with different collar styles. A wardrobe essential for any dapper gentleman, the collar stays are available in an executive series leather box, perfect for gifting on Father’s Day, Valentine’s Day or just about any other gifting occasion. If you’re shopping for yourself, you can also purchase WurkinStiffs magnetic collar stays floating in a simple clear box.
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01.12.08
Posted in Care Packages, Cooking, Dining, Fish and Seafood, Gourmet Shopping, Great Ideas, Groceries at 5:48 am by Deb Savvy
Add a nice crusty piece of bread, maybe and little salad and there’s no doubt about it – soup is a hearty and heart warming meal. Especially this time of year.
Make it easy on yourself and save big at the Annual Winter Soup Sale. Buy 3, Get 1 Free on Chowder, Soup & Bisque at SeaBear.com 
Quick, tasty and nutritious. Stock your fridge or freezer with some delicious gourmet soups and you’ll be able get a real dinner on the table in minutes. Ready to heat and serve soups make for a great winter care package for hungry college students.
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01.07.08
Posted in Bicycle Gear, Fitness, Great Ideas, Sporting Goods, Sports at 7:06 am by Deb Savvy
Did your kids get new bicycles for Christmas or Hannukah this year? Did you know that a bike is stolen every 30 seconds? It’s an astonishing statistic.
Join the National Bike Registry today
Protect the new wheels from theft and increase the chance of recovery. Protect your bike for just $1 per year
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01.02.08
Posted in Appliances, Cleaning, Great Ideas, Health, Housekeeping, Wellness at 4:04 am by Deb Savvy
With winter in full swing, we’ve all got the windows closed up tight. Maybe even some storm windows and weather proofing to keep things sealed against the cold air. The problem is – without those leaks there’s no fresh air. Whatever’s in the air is just going to stay there. For months. Dust, allergens and who knows what else can just circulate through the house and stay there – until spring. Uck! And we’ll just keep breathing it in and out. And that’s not the only problem. Indoor winter air can be so dry – and drying. Lack of proper humidity can cause all knds of winter discomforts including dry and itchy skin, sinus problems including bloody noses, difficulty sleeping and even chapped lips.
Now’s a good time to think about getting an air purifier, filter and/or humidifier. Improving your home indoor air quality can only help you enjoy a healthier and more comfortable 2008.
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12.09.07
Posted in Entertaining, Great Ideas, Groceries, Shopping Tips at 2:36 am by Deb Savvy
Why not take one more errand off that list and take care of it right now. Order your groceries online. No need to go out. No need to carry heavy packages in from the car. Peapod
delivers. And they’ll bring all your packages right into your kitchen.
I like to place my order and opt for an early morning delivery. That way, I can get a head start on my tasks for the day before I’ve even finished my coffee.
Peapod online grocery shopping and delivery- click here for $10 in FREE groceries
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12.08.07
Posted in Books, Collecting, Gifts, Gifts for Fans, Great Ideas, Shopping Tips, Unusual Gifts at 8:19 am by Deb Savvy
If you’re shopping for one of those people who really does have everything, you know how hard it can be. Think outside the box year and inside the pages. Instead of adding to the ‘everything’ that he or she already has, pay tribute to it (or some part of it, anyway) with a beautiful book. Collectors always enjoy unusual books and catalogs featuring the objects of their desire – and a topical book always shows that you’ve put a lot of personal thought into your gift.
If there’s a brand new book that’s appropriate, that’s great. But if there isn’t – no worries. Find something unusual and out of print – your gift will have much more meaning. For some people, an older and more obscure book could be a better choice. A used book is just fine if it’s older and out of print and that’s all you can find. Again, sometimes even better. Be specific. Find something that pays homage to what the recipient loves most. Maybe that book from the Guggenheim exhibit The Art of the Motorcycle for a Harley Davidson enthusiast. Or the catalog from the Met’s Ferragamo show, The Art of the Shoe, for a Manolo addict. How about a book of historical photos of their home town or alma mater? Or a photo history of the die-hard fan’s beloved team. Get the idea?
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12.03.07
Posted in Business Gifts, Gifts under $60, Great Ideas, Silver Jewelry, Thank You Gifts, Unique Items at 4:43 am by Deb Savvy
It’s that time of year again. Scrambling to come up with an appropriate holiday thank you to someone who went above and beyond for you at work this year. Someone who contributed to your success. A boss who was super supportive with a difficult client. Or the manager of another department who stayed late to get you something you needed. Gifting to individuals in a corporate setting can be really challenging. Anything expensive or too personal would be inappropriate. It just doesn’t feel right to send a gift basket or cake. This is one of those tricky gifting situations.
Why not that that person who’s helped your star rise faster and shine brighter by doing the same in return. Gift them a star of their very own. For as little as $54, you can Name a Star 
after anyone you choose and your gratitude will be memorialized for eternity.
All International Star Registry gifts come with a letter of congratulations, certificate of ownership and a sky chart showing the exact location of the recipient’s personal shining star. Various options and additional accompanying gift items are available.
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12.02.07
Posted in Bath and Body, Cologne, Discounts, Easy Gifting, Gift Baskets, Gifts for Girls, Great Ideas, Last Minute Shopping, Mother's Day, Perfume, Shopping Tips, Valentines for Her at 9:05 am by Deb Savvy
Whether shopping for yourself or for a gift for someone else, fragrance gift sets are an a terrific option, especially when it comes to getting more for less. Even when purchased at full retail price, fragrance gift packages represent an excellent value. A gift set generally includes at least one full sized item (body lotion, soap, bath gel) along with a full sized Cologne or Eau de Parfum – and generally sells for the same price as the fragrance by itself. You’re usually saving about 25% to 40% off the retail value of the products. A really terrific gift set might also include a couple other small items like a purse spray or some travel size bath and body products. In general, you’re getting something for free – even if you’ve paid full retail price.
And, of course, savvy online shoppers can do even better – there are quite a few online fragrance outlets offering 100% authentic designer perfume and cologne and fragrance gift sets at discounts of up to 70% – sometimes even more. Always comparison shop your fragrance of choice at several different places - and always expect to find a wide variation in prices between sites. It’s well worth a few extra clicks - prices can vary by more than $25 for a single, identical item. If you’re shopping for more than one fragrance, don’t be at all surprised if a site that was the most expensive for one product offered the best price by far for the other.
Fragrance gift sets make a great gift for any occasion – holidays, birthdays, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day. Pick one of her all time favorite fragrances and go to town. And if the pre-packaged gift sets don’t seem quite bountiful enough – add a few more products and create your own gift box.
A do it yourself fragrance gift set is an easy gifting option and an excellent choice for last minute shoppers. Overnight delivery is generally available. A quick trip to your corner Walgreens or CVS for a decorative gift bag, coordinating tissue and the perfect card and you’ve created a thoughtful and luxurious gift with no stress at all.
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Posted in Business Gifts, Ecofriendly Shopping, Gifts, Giving Back, Great Ideas, Living Gifts, Sympathy and Condolence, Thank You Gifts at 1:25 am by Deb Savvy
Here’s a great way to help improve our environment, and a wonderful way to remember friends, colleagues and clients during the holiday season. Treegivers.com 
plants trees as part of the reforestation efforts in all 50 states. And you can have want planted in honor of anyone you choose – for any occasion.
The gift of a living tree will be remembered for a lifetime. Each gift tree from Treegivers.com includes the tree (planted in a state of your choosing), an 8″ x 10″ Certifiate of Planting along with a handwritten card. This year, the gift of a living tree would be particularly fitting for anyone impacted by the devastating fires in California.
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12.01.07
Posted in Computers, Electronics, Gadgets, Gifts, Great Ideas, Music, Phones, Tech Stuff at 5:59 am by Deb Savvy
Oh my god! I can’t even believe how passionately I am in love with my new iPhone. First of all, let me make it clear that I am totally NOT a gadget person. I could barely work my cell phone or my PDA. I even had trouble operating my iPod mini. The truth is, I probably would never have even dared to try an iPhone – I’d have been scared to death at operating such an integrated device. Oh was I wrong! I was a lucky, lucky girl this year and actually received my new 8 gig iPhone as a birthday gift last month.
Within minutes of removing it from the box, the phone was up and running with my same phone number and all of my contacts, calendars and mail accounts were synchronized from my Outlook file. Now I’m an iPhone pro – I watch YouTube videos on the subway, check e-mail in elevators and I’ve even created my own custom ringtones. I’m currently answering to Tom Petty’s classic ‘I Need to Know’! Every time I connect the phone to my computer, all my contacts, e-mail accounts, music, videos – EVERYTHING – is automatically synchronized. I never knew that my electronic life could be this fabulous. And now, instead of having three devices in my purse – I only need one. I’m in iPhone heaven. Purchase an 8GB iPhone for just $399 
and shop the entire world of iPhone Accessories 
at the Apple Store 
. Whether you need a new phone or not. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or looking for an awesome gift for someone really lucky! No matter the reason. Go iPhone. Just do it. Trust me. Life could not possibly be better. Get free ground shipping on all orders over $50! 
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Posted in Collecting, Computers, Electronics, Gifts for Guys, Great Ideas, Hard to Find Items, Music, Practical Gifts, Tech Stuff at 12:30 am by Deb Savvy
How’d you like to be able to capture and preserve some of those precious vintage tracks? Who wouldn’t? Wouldn’t it be even better if you could convert those vinul records into digital music – formatted for your MP3 player or for CD burning. Yes! And guess what – you can do just that! And for a lot less money than you’d expect.
The Ion Audio USB Turntable (IA002) from Sharper Image ($199.95) is just what you need. Simply connect it to your computer and a few clicks later, your classic record collection will be spinning it’s way into the 21st century.
A great gift for any music collector!
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11.14.07
Posted in Cooking, Coupon Codes, Dining, Entertaining, Gourmet Shopping, Great Ideas, Kosher at 10:05 pm by Deb Savvy
And tastier, too! Here’s a great tip if you know you’re about to be facing a revolving door of hungry guests this holiday season. Why not stock up on some ready to heat and eat treats? No, I’m not suggesting that you load up on frozen pizzas and microwave popcorn. (Although that’s not a bad idea either, depending on the crowd you expect.) I’m talking about tasty gourmet tidbits. The kind of nibblies that will make every guest feel as if you’ve gone out of your way to plan a special treat just for them. Like any of the over 150 appetizer options from AppetizersToGo.com
. Almost an endless selection, including vegetarian and Kosher options. Simply bake, serve and impress! No prep, no cooking, no cleanup.
Family owned and operated, AppetizersToGo.com has provided caterers, hotels and restaurants with chef quality hors d’ouvres for over 30 years. And now you can enjoy them at home. And enjoy a little less time in the kitchen, too. Oh – and a little extra savings. Take 10% off your order with the coupon code above.
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