01.02.09
Posted in Who We Are, Coupon Codes, Hardware, Home Improvement, Bathroom Fixtures, Kitchen at 8:43 pm by Deb Savvy
With the weather so terrible and the economy even worse and the holidays all falling in the middle of the week, most of us find ourselves spending more time than usual at home. At times like this, a great way to keep busy is to catch up on all those little nagging unfinished projects around the house. I’ve already attacked the closets. I’m working on some new storage shelves in the basement and up next…. I’m going to re-do my kitchen back splash.
I’ve long been a fan of those small multi-colored glass tiles. Beck has a glass-tile backsplash in her kitchen and it’s gorgeous! I’ve been doing some research and as it turns out - those little tiles come in sheets that are really easy to install. Ditto for river rock and other small polished stone tiles.
I actually think I could do this myself. And I’m going to try.
Not only will it be a great creative outlet for me, I’ll be improving my kitchen (and my home) and I’ll pay only a small fraction of what it would cost for a professional to come and do the job for me.
If it works out well, I intend to do a tile treatment on the wall of one of my bathrooms, too.
I’ll keep you posted.
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12.31.08
Posted in Who We Are, Gifts under $30, Hard to Find Items, Cocktails, Valentines for Him, Father's Day at 5:37 am by Deb Savvy
It’s not that I’m such a serious drinker. The truth is that I actually don’t drink that much. Despite this fact, I must admit that I really do want a small flask of my very own.
Nothing fancy. Nothing big. Something small and simple but with a little bit of style. Something exactly like this Round Celtic Flask. At 5 ounces it’s the perfect size.
I found it amongst the hundreds of flasks over at FlaskShop.com.
A bargain for only $27.50 - at this price there’s no reason not to indulge my flask desire. Many other styles and designs are available in the same price range, making a flask a wonderful and affordable gift option. An especially popular gift with the guys - but like I said, I really want one for myself.
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12.26.08
Posted in Who We Are, Judaica, International Shopping, Unique Items, Silver Jewelry, Wellness at 2:40 am by Deb Savvy
The economy, nation and world are in a complete state of transition. As are every one of us. Change is in the air as the year draws to a close and we’re all even more pensive than usual as the new year approaches. These Kabbalah Pendants jumped out at me as the perfect talisman for the transition into 2009 and beyond.
Wealth & Provision Kabbalah Pendant - $155
Averting the Evil Eye Kabbalah Pendant - $115
Abundance Kabbalah Pendant - $115
These are just a couple of my favorites. Find more at Zara Israel Judaica Mart.
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Posted in Who We Are, Music, International Shopping, Hard to Find Items, Fitness, Workout Gear at 2:01 am by Deb Savvy
I wouldn’t qualify this as a New Year’s Resolution. It’s just something I’ve always wanted to do and I’m finally going to do it.
In 2009 I intend to learn belly dance. No, I’m not going to go to a belly dancing school. I’m going to check it out in the privacy of my own home. On DVD.
They’ve got a great selection of Belly Dance Instruction Video at 24arabia.com Arabic Online Shop, along with CD’s, supplies apparel and more.
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12.19.08
Posted in Who We Are, Shopping Tips, Entertaining, Great Ideas, Housekeeping, Groceries at 2:17 am by Deb Savvy
Start laying in your supplies early. Between the holidays falling mid-week and the terrible weather just about everywhere - don’t go out for your groceries and other household essentials - have them brought to you.
Depending on where you live, you probably have a variety of choices for delivery. Check it out - if you’re a home grocery delivery novice, you can even usually save some money on your first order.
And if you’ve experienced the wonder of grocery delivery services before, then you know first hand how wonderful it is to have everything delivered right to your kitchen counter! Grocery delivery is an especially good idea for anything big, bulky and heavy. From soda and mixers to cleaning supplies and laundry detergent - you don’t even need to bring it in from the car. You don’t need to do a thing.
To be honest, I was dubious in the beginning and tended to order only pre-packaged food items. I live in a Peapod 
service area and I’ve got to tell you that once I tried ordering produce and other fresh items, I was hooked. I’m picky and even the tomotoes and peaches were just as good if not better than those I would have selected myself. I’ve even ordered fresh meat and fish and been happy every single time.
So stay home, log on, pick your delivery time and load up your shopping cart. I like to schedule an early morning delivery, around the time I’m about to pour my second cup of coffee. That way - by the time I’ve finished my second cup, everything is put away and what would have been a two-hour marathon trip to the supermarket is already off my list for the day!
Love that!
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12.07.08
Posted in Who We Are, Shopping Tips, Free Stuff, Hosiery, Lingerie at 3:57 am by Deb Savvy
There’s no doubt about it, the right lingerie and hosiery can make you feel oh-so-much hotter!
For a great selection of stockings, tights, hosiery, bodywear and more, check out StockingDepot.com
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Euro-sexy style. Excellent prices. And more. For less.
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10.20.08
Posted in Who We Are, Home Office, Computers, Tech Stuff at 7:22 pm by Deb Savvy
Sad but true fact: These days we rarely get to enjoy a truly positive customer service experience when it comes to computer hardware. Well, today I am here to share an exception to that rule. Last week I started having some trouble with my Dell 
laptop. My screen would start blinking out of the blue. The touch pad would seem out of touch. Then it started to freeze and require frequent rebooting. By Thursday the thing totally went crazy and it became clear that I was in need of some serious customer service.
Well, let me tell you - after a totally reasonable wait of less than 5 minutes, I was connected to a totally helpful Dell™ Home service rep located in Salt Lake City, Utah. We were on the phone for quite a while as he instructed my on how to run various diagnostic tests and I reported results back to him. By late afternoon the verdict was in - I needed a new hard drive, mother board and video card! I wasn’t as frantic as I have been in the past when a computer starts to get all wiggy - after the last time, I’m much better prepared for a tragedy. I’ve got online data backups and external hard-drive data backups (live and learn!) plus the laptop in question is not even a year old so I knew that whatever was wrong with it was covered under the warranty. The one thing that did have me worried was that I knew that I was leaving town on Saturday morning and there just wasn’t much time. And what happened? Before I even had a chance to explain my schedule needs, the plan was underway. The exact parts were being dispatched by overnight courrier to a technician in my area. The technician was supposed to call me after the parts were received and not later than noon and then COME TO MY HOUSE and perform the repair not later than 2 PM. And get this - that is exactly what happened. By 2 in the afternoon, my new best friend Cary the Dell™ Home Tech had replaced all the faulty components and reassembled my laptop to better than new condition. It’s running better than it did when it was brand new!
Don’t get me wrong, a computer crash is never fun. At its best, computer crash . But Dell™ Home made it as pain free is it could possibly have been. The only bummer was that I did have to restore a bunch of my programs and my data - an annoyance but hardly a tragedy. They TOTALLY took care of me and FAST.
Thought you’d want to know.
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10.15.08
Posted in Who We Are, Shopping Tips, Coupon Codes, Discounts, Bargain Hunting, Clearance Sales at 9:44 pm by Deb Savvy
These days nobody is shopping very much. Nobody. I was at the mall yesterday and it was a ghost town. People are just not shopping. And who came blame them - no matter how much money you have (or used to have), you’re worried. It’s like a huge cloud of bad news hanging over all of us. But as they say, every cloud has a silver lining. The good news is that if you do need to buy just about anything, this is a terrific time to shop. It’s a small consolation given the reality of current global economic conditions, but it’s something.
Whether you are shopping online or bricks and mortar, there are some serious bargains to be found right now. At every end of the spectrum. You can save big on everything from essentials to luxury items. And just about anything else you can imagine.
As always, we’ll be scouring the web for the best deals we can find and sharing them all with you here at the savvyshoppingblog.com. Visit us often and stay up-to the-minute savvy.
And if you’re looking for the inside scoop on how to save a specific store, don’t forget to check out the savvyshoppingblog.com deals blog. It’s our personal ultimate virtual shopping mall with the latest coupon codes, freebies and insider deals from over 100 of our favorite shopping sites.
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07.03.08
Posted in Who We Are, Shoes, Style Watch at 7:45 pm by Deb Savvy
I have absolutely fallen in love. With my new Miz Moos shoes. How adorable are these?
Miz Mooz Women’s Veronica is total fashion and comfort combined in one super sexy shoe! The soft leather gathers in a knot just above the little peep toe. A hip and retro style - works well with jeans or a dress. The chunky wooden heel adds a total fashion forward vibe, yet the rubber sole and leather lining ensure total balance and comfort. I’m in heaven with my new Veronicas! $92.95 at endless.com 
. Other colors available. Free overnight shipping on all orders.
Save $25 on Select Women’s Sandal Orders at Endless.com 
No coupon code required. See site for details.
UPDATE AS OF 9/14/2008: We are now including coverage of Endless.com at the savvyshoppingblog.com deals blog. Click here for the inside scoop on their latest coupon codes, special promotions and limited time discount offers.
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06.14.08
Posted in Who We Are, Womenswear, Discounts, Every Day Wardrobe at 4:06 am by Deb Savvy
I ordered a bunch of summer blouses from Esprit 
a couple of weeks ago - and I could not possibly be happier. The fit was fabulous. The cuts were totally figure flattering. And the prices - well, the prices were pretty great too. I’m so happy, in fact, that I’m about to place another order. And here’s the first item in my shopping cart:
cute carmen shirt 
So cute. So perfect for easy summer layering. It looks great with jeans. I also think I’ll be able to wear it over a slinky tank dress, too. Best of all - it’s only $49.50.
Save 10% on your order with the coupon link above. No special code is required. This is an ongoing offer that should not expire but if for some reason it does or if you’re looking for more coupon codes from Esprit , click here for updated information.
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06.06.08
Posted in Who We Are, Chocolate, International Foods, Hard to Find Items, Candies, Snacks at 4:59 am by Deb Savvy
I’m not sure why I like Pocky so much. Maybe it’s because I actually lived in Japan as a little kid back in the 60’s when Pocky was first introduced. Maybe I saw an ad and was mesmerised as a three year old and hypnotised into loving Pocky. Who knows? Maybe I just tried it back then, loved it and have been addicted ever since!
It was actually called Chocoteck back then. The name was changed after a couple of years to Pocky - to honor the crunchy munchy sounds they make when eaten. It’s funny - sometimes I see Pocky everywhere I go - at Walgreens, 7-Eleven even the corner store. Never the new or more exotic flavors, of course. But enough to satisfy a serious Pocky craving.
And other times it’s just nowhere - except AsianFoodGrocer.com
. In ALL possible flavors. Even new flavors that can be really hard to find here in the States. And you can even buy large boxes of single Pocky packs - perfect for munching and crunching with a cup of coffee. I’ve been known to carry them in my purse - just in case I have a Pocky emergency.
Stay up-to-the-minute savvy, read us daily at savvyshoppingblog.com where we’re dedicated to better living through better shopping.
We’re here every day scouring the web and reporting on how to get the best deals on the best stuff from the best sources the web has to offer. Don’t miss out. Visit us often. Get more for less. Get the best for less. Find exactly what you need and want for less. Be a savvy shopper. That’s what we’re all about.
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06.05.08
Posted in Who We Are, Womenswear, Designer Jeans, Designer Womenswear, Clothing at 4:49 am by Deb Savvy
And where to find it. That’s what we’re about here at the savvy shopping blog. Next time you’re window surfing, check out National Jean Company
With brands like Charlotte Ronson, William Rast, T-Bags, Ugg, Citizens of Humanity, GoldSign, Norma Kamali, Hard Tail, Juicy Couture, 7 For All Mankind, Velvet, Chip and Pepper, James Jeans, Michael Kors, Hudson, and others, they offer an ecclectic and diverse blend of trendy and stylish offerings. These are the clothes we want to wear every day.
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06.04.08
Posted in Who We Are, Shoes, Designer Shoes, Bargain Hunting, Clearance Sales at 4:59 am by Deb Savvy
Just in that mood? Feel like doing a bit of shopping but you don’t really need anything? Just in the mood for a bit of retail therapy?
Indulge yourself, take a surf and check out what’s on sale at endless.com 
. I just nabbed a pair of these adorable Cordani t-straps for UNDER $120 - about half price!
Cordani Women’s Sloan T-Strap Wedge 
And there’s more - Save $25 on Select Women’s Sandal Orders at Endless.com 
- no coupon code required. They offer FREE overnight delivery and best of all, because I ordered before 5 pm today, I will be wearing my fabulous new shoes TOMORROW! Love that!
Happy hunting!
UPDATE AS OF 9/14/2008: We are now including coverage of Endless.com at the savvyshoppingblog.com deals blog. Click here for the inside scoop on their latest coupon codes, special promotions and limited time discount offers.
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05.30.08
Posted in Who We Are, Activewear, All Time Favorites, Every Day Wardrobe at 11:42 pm by Deb Savvy
I swear this is true. I was getting dressed this morning and found myself thinking - “I wish I could find a basic faded grey sweatpant - one that was cut nicely in the hips and butt and with looser, wider legs.” And then I thought - “It’s too bad there’s no Juicy Couture sweats like that”.
Well once again I was totally wrong. There is a Juicy Couture sweatpant EXACTLY like that. The Juicy Couture Heather Janey Wide Leg Pant 
. I got an e-mail from Fashion Chateau 
today and I figured I’d check it out since they always have such a great selection of designer activewear. Two clicks later I found my dream sweats. LOVE THAT! If you’re a Juicy girl then take a surf over there. They’ve got just about the best selection I’ve seen ANYWHERE. While you’re there, don’t forget to register for your chance to win a $500 Shopping Spree 
. Orders over $150 ship free.
And, of course, we’ve got the inside scoop on how to get the best possible deal every single day.
- Enter coupon code FirstOrder at checkout and save $25 on your first order of $150 or more at Fashion Chateau .
- Enter coupon code Fashion15 to save 15% off you order at Fashion Chateau .
- Both of these coupon codes are ongoing offers and should continue to work for the foreseeable future. When surfing the site, click on the ‘why shop’ tab - that’s where they post special short term promotions and coupon codes that aren’t listed on the landing page.
- If any of these codes have expired, click here for updated information.
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05.04.08
Posted in Who We Are, Flowers, Living Gifts at 4:21 am by Deb Savvy
If were going to send myself flowers, I’d go for something really special - Exotic Orchids
from Calyx and Corolla
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In case anyone was wondering…
The ultimate source for luxury flowers and live plants, Calyx and Corolla offers only world class blooms from around the world, shipped overnight direct from the grower. Orchids. Roses. Lilies. Exotics. Tropicals. Hand tied bouquets, formal arrangements and growers bunches are available. As are incredible blooming plants, bonsai trees and other incredible living gifts.
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05.02.08
Posted in Who We Are, Diamonds, Bling, Fine Jewelry, Romantic Gifts at 6:42 am by Deb Savvy
I wish I had a black diamond eternity band. Like this one from Ross-Simons.com 
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Black Diamond Eternity Band In 14kt White Gold
$895 at Ross-Simons.com
Exactly like this one. Just in case anyone who’s shopping for me might be reading this…
If this coupon code has expired, click here Rfor updated information.
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04.21.08
Posted in Who We Are, Womenswear, Activewear, Travel, Clothing at 5:42 pm by Deb Savvy
I just spent the better part of 4 weeks on the road. Well, technically most of my travel was by air - but you know what I mean. I lived out of suitcases, packed, unpacked and repacked multiple times and spent quite a few long hours in airports. Savvy packing was essential. With all that moving around I needed to keep my baggage as managable as possible plus I needed to conserve as much space as possible for new acquisitions. And, of course, I wanted to look good wherever I went yet still be as comfortable as possible on long travel days. My solution - a Juicy sweat suit, of course.
No matter how lightly I pack, I simply can leave home without my Juicy essentials. A bit more stylish than your typical sweats. I may want to feel totally comfortable and schlumpy, but I certainly don’t want to look it! Dare I say chic? Easily accessorized up or down and doubles as workout wear should I be so inclined during my travels. I generally opt for a neutral color like black or brown, so I can use the Juicy jacket as an extra layer with the rest of my travel wardrobe. When traveling to a tropical destination I sometimes opt for white or cream, although a slightly darker color is better for me since I generally drip coffee on myself whenever I wear something white. Bright colors and jewel tones can be a great choice too.
UPDATE AS OF 6/1/2008: we’ve got the inside scoop on how to get the best possible deal every single day.
- Enter coupon code FirstOrder at checkout and save $25 on your first order of $150 or more at Fashion Chateau .
- Enter coupon code Fashion15 to save 15% off you order at Fashion Chateau .
- Both of these coupon codes are ongoing offers and should continue to work for the foreseeable future. When surfing the site, click on the ‘why shop’ tab - that’s where they post special short term promotions and coupon codes that aren’t listed on the landing page.
- If any of these codes have expired, click here for updated information.
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04.19.08
Posted in Who We Are, Shopping Tips, Breaking News, Style Watch at 4:27 pm by Deb Savvy
Sorry for the extended break in coverage of ANYTHING, but I’ve been on the road for the most of the past month. I’m going to blogging like crazy for the next few weeks. Catching up on late breaking news. And sharing new shopping tips and style trends picked up in my travels. And I was ALL OVER THE PLACE.
Stay tuned at the savvy shopping blog and explore all my greatest new discoveries - from Paris, Madrid, Israel, New York, LA, South America and more!
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02.19.08
Posted in Who We Are, Limited Time Offers, Home Decor, Mirrors, Collecting at 3:30 am by Deb Savvy
I’ll admit it. I have a thing for mirrors. It’s not that my house looks like a disco ball or anything. And I don’t have any of those bad 70’s mirror tiles on the wall. I just really like the look of wall mirrors in just about any (or every) room. I actually have one wall in my house that showcases a pretty large ‘collection’ of mirrors.
Metro Round Mirror
I was shopping at CharlesKeath
today and was completely blown away by their selection of mirrors.
Rectangular Mirror, 24W x 48H
From the traditional to ultra modern, tiny to totally humongous. Wall mirrors. Floor mirrors.
Reproduction Window Mirrors, pr.
Looks like my collection will soon be growing!
Luxembourg Three-Oval Shaped Mirror
Special Limited Time OFFER: Enter coupon code CKAFFEB8 at checkout to save $10 on your order of $100 or more at CharlesKeath. Valid through 2/29/2008.
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02.17.08
Posted in Who We Are, Shopping Tips, Tabletop, Hostess Gifts, Judaica, International Shopping, Giving Back, Gifts under $25 at 11:27 pm by Deb Savvy
Last week I did some grocery shopping at a small international fruit market / grocery not too far from my house. I saw some pickles that looked interesting. I took them off the shelf to take a closer look. The front label was in English; the back label was in Arabic. On the English side, the package was clearly marked ‘Made in West Bank’. Just as I was thinking about how cool it was that in such a short time there are actually marketable products coming to America from West Bank and wondering why they don’t talk about that on the news - I noticed it. A Kosher certification. (OU). Now I really want to know why no one is talking about this on the news. I’m not going to pontificate about politics - I’m just going to say that I believe in peace and I think it’s AWESOME that there are products coming out of West Bank onto the American market and that I think it’s even more incredible that some of these products are Kosher foods.
Hand Carved Olive Wood Box with
Ceramic Tile Shalom Top - $24.99.
From: The Jerusalem Export House
So it got me thinking. What better way to promote peace than to go out your way to purchase products made by people who live in regions of conflict. Especially the artists and craftsmen who are dedicated to promoting peace, diversity and respect for the traditions of all people and cultures through the products they create.
Hand Carved Olive Wood Hot Plate with
Floral Decorative Ceramic Top - $ 21.99
From: The Jerusalem Export House
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02.12.08
Posted in Who We Are, Kosher, Candies at 6:23 am by Deb Savvy
What’s your favorite flavor?
I think you can tell a lot about a person from their favorite Jelly Belly flavor. Like reading tea leaves. Or palms. Jelly Belly flavor favor is like an edible astrological sign! When it comes to Jelly Belly
, I’m a Buttered Popcorn girl. YUM! What your flavor sign?
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02.03.08
Posted in Who We Are, Designer Watches, Celebrity Designers, As Seen on TV, Designer Womenswear, Designer Accessories at 1:47 am by Deb Savvy
Call me crazy if you must, but I’ve got to come out of the closet. I ADORE Kimora Lee Simmons. From when she first brought Hello Kitty into the world of diamonds, I was smitten. And baby phat just gets better and better and better.
Contrary to how these things usually work, I actually found myself becoming a bigger and bigger fan each time I caught a few minutes of her reality show. She’s a powerhouse in business, truly a creative visionary and, above all, she seems like a terrific mom. What can I say? I’m Kimora Krazy!
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02.02.08
Posted in Who We Are, Womenswear, Skirts, All Time Favorites, Original Designs, Every Day Wardrobe, Style Watch at 4:05 am by Deb Savvy
My wardrobe’s been getting me down lately, so I took a surf over to . There’s nothing like a few of their original designs to update the look of every thing else in my closet. And as I always I when I shop there, I am a very happy camper. Today’s selections include this Vesta Skirt in Velvet Brocade which I’ll start wearing the minute it arrives.
Vesta Skirt in Velvet Brocade
And this fabulous number that I’ll have to wait a few weeks to start wearing. And I have a feeling I’ll be counting the days!
Jackie O Circle Skirt
I’m also happy to report that it seems like they’ve recently reduced their prices. My skirts were a STEAL at $128 for the pair. I’ll be counting the days until they arrive. If you’ve never tried their skirts before, I urge to to give them a test run. You would never expect such quality and exquisite workmanship, particularly for these prices. And because they are all totally original designs, you won’t see yourself coming and going on every corner. Love that. A wardrobe refreshing fashion statement for a song.
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01.15.08
Posted in Who We Are, Breaking News at 12:22 am by Deb Savvy
Today was a VERY exciting day at savvyshoppingblog.com. As of a few hours ago, we have now had over two-hundred thousand hits! Wow!
That’s a lot of savvy shoppers! Thanks for reading.
We want to know what you think! Love us? Hate us? Have a favorite shopping tip you’d like to share? Or something you simply must have and can’t find anywhere? We want to know. Drop us a line at savvy@savvyshoppingblog.com and let us know what’s on your mind.
And thanks again for being a savvy shopping blog reader.
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