Because you can always use shoes
Sometimes I feel like maybe I’m posting too many coupons for shoes, and then I snap back to reality and realize that “too many coupons for shoes” is a complete oxymoron. Even if you’re not the sort to enjoy a not-strictly-necessary pair of shoes now and then, if you have kids you have likely experienced the dubious joy of suddenly needing new shoes for them right now even though last week everything fit just fine.
Darn kids.
Anyway, whether it’s to keep CPS off your lawn or because you have a little mad money and a hankering for some new kicks, today only at Shoebuy.com you can use coupon code EMLPRIVATE08 to save 25% on your order.
Now. Isn’t that a great reason to buy some new shoes?
Picture this
Picture frames are one of those things that you can always use; you’ve no doubt got dozens of photos just waiting for a home on your walls, plus they’re a great, easy wedding gift.
Here are a few Melannco frames on big sale at Amazon right now, in case you’re in the market:
Espresso collage frame for $8.36 (76% off).
Venice portrait frame for $7.80 (78% off).
“From This Moment” wedding frame for $5.93 (81% off).
(And yes, I’m always in the market for picture frames. I’m married to a photographer and we never have enough. Insert your own joke about the cobbler’s shoeless children right here.)
Free shipping and a big outlet center
I’ve never been to an actual Boscovs, but I’m always amused by the breadth of items I can purchase there online. I mean, if you need to pick up some wooden spoons, a Dooney and Burke purse, and a few lawn ornaments all in the same place, Boscovs has you covered. Heh.
Right now they’re offering free shipping on your $50+ order, automatically. That’s good news if you’re in the market for… well, just about anything. (Check the outlet for the best deals, natch.)
Suit up
Does the man in your life need a new suit? Take this simple test to find out!
He may need a new suit if:
1) He doesn’t own a suit.
2) The last time he bought one, it was cool to wear it with white loafers.
3) You can see through the elbows of the one he’s wearing now.
4) He says this one fits fine “as long as I don’t button it.”
If you answered “yes” to any of the above, you may want to check out the 2-day suit sale at Jos. A. Bank. Every single suit is 60% off! It’s a fine time to get a great bargain on a quality suit.
Just, please, don’t let him wear it with white shoes.
Saturday deals
Need to do a little shopping this weekend? I’ve got you covered.
Let’s be BFFs! Well, let’s at least go shop the Best Friends Weekend at Old Navy, where coupon code BFF gives you 20% off and free shipping. Woo!
Doing some browsing at Kohls? If you’re a Kohls card holder, use code MVC2840 for free shipping and code MVCSAVE15 for 15% off (codes can be stacked). They’re having a Super Saturday sale, plus they’re offering free shipping on orders of $75+ today.
Overstock is offering 10% off memory foam and bedroom furniture this weekend, through that link. (Have I mentioned lately how I pink puffy heart Overstock? Because I do. My new china cabinet is here from them, bought for a song, and finally I am going to unpack the china and glassware that’s been sitting in boxes since my move of over a year ago.)
Here’s my food tip for the day: Are your children Craisin addicts? Mine are, and I’m tired of buying those dinky little bags at the grocery store—only when they’re on sale, of course—and running out a few days later, or feeling like I have to ration them. We snack on them, I use them in recipes, and there’s no such thing as too many. Which is why yesterday I bought myself a four pound box of dried cranberries. Much cheaper per ounce than the little bags, and they’ll keep in the fridge or freezer… assuming my kids don’t eat ’em all in the first two days.
Take $5 off your Babies R Us purchase this weekend with coupon code 924432.
Get your rugged outdoor footwear on, and check out the current promotion at 6pm: All Columbia footwear is $39.95 or less right now.
Don’t forget about Second Spin, my new favorite place to get gently used CDs, DVDs, and video games. Through September 25th, 2008, you can use code FSS19 to get free shipping on your entire order. (They have Wii games, just in case you didn’t get your fill during Amazon’s specials yesterday.)
Have fun!
Today’s Friday Sale brought to you by Kleenex
Yes, I am currently a walking ad for facial tissue. I’ll try not to drip anything on your Amazon Friday Sale finds, though. Um, here—have some Purell. Sorry about that.
I can’t decide if I love these sandals or if I’m sort of over the gigantic-stone bling thing. I think it may be that I am just a little too old for it, but I still love it on younger women. (Someone fetch me my cane!)
I need these in leopard patent though, don’t you think? I mean, to go with my support hose and all…? (I can’t help it. I’m a fool for Franco Sarto.)
This great deal on a 6-person Coleman tent is back again. It fits six toddlers or two adults, your choice.
Been jonesing for a Dyson? How about a refurbished DC14 for just $219.99 or a refurbed DC07 for $199.99? Snap these ones up if you want ’em, because history suggests they’ll sell out quickly.
Oooooh, pretty ice cream maker! (This is the one I have, and it’s cheaper and works fine. But the stainless steel is pretty, no?)
If you buy this lighted party fountain I need you to invite me over the next time you have a party. Because I want to see it.
This is a great deal on a KitchenAid food processor, if you’re in the market for one.
I’m not an electronics person, but these noise-canceling headphones have good reviews on the ‘net and today’s price of $79.99 puts them about $25 cheaper than I was able to find them elsewhere. Just sayin’.
And if all of that’s not enough for you, wait! There’s more! Not only is there a great crop of music available in today’s Friday Five, all day today there are going to be fabulous Wii deals available in the Lightning Deals section, so check back throughout the day if you’re in the market for Wii games.
Have a great Friday, everyone!
Third time’s the charm?
Okay, one more try for me: At 1:50 p.m. Eastern (about 5 minutes from now), Amazon will have Wii Fits in stock. Will I manage to get one this time? Will you?
Get yourself logged in and turn on your 1-click ordering, that’s all I’m sayin’. Good luck to all!
It’s free, and it’s just plain cool
For a limited time, Earthscape is offering their iPhone application for free through iTunes. (That link there will take you to the demo on TechCrunch.)
I loves me some cool iPhone apps, it’s true. Insert your own nerd joke here. I don’t mind.
Got paper?
This one isn’t a huge savings, but it’s hard to beat for convenience—today only, Office Depot is offering 10% off their already-low price on their store-brand copy paper. The discount will show up at checkout, making the case $32.39, or $3.24 a ream.
Don’t forget that Office Depot offers free shipping on all orders for $50+ (usually it shows up the very next day, too), so this could be your chance to stock up and get it all delivered for free.
(I often use Office Depot to stock up on toilet paper and tissues
. The price is pretty good per unit, and it means I don’t have to shop for a loooong time.)
Not-so-crazy clothes, actually
Longtime readers know I have a great love for the kids’ clothes at Crazy 8. They’re cute! They’re durable! The kids like ’em! And best of all, they often offer coupons. Through Sunday, September 21st, use code C8ONLINE to take 20% off your order.
Plenty of summer stuff is on clearance—just in case you feel like stocking up for next year.











