Being an informed customer
Some of you may remember that a while ago, I posted a deal on a cast iron cooking set at Amazon which should’ve been the “Cast Iron Cooking for Dummies” book and some accompanying cookware.
Most of you had your orders canceled, but a few did not. Since that time, Amazon has started to ship just the book to some folks who ordered, and I’ve gotten a couple of emails about this.
Let me be perfectly clear, here: I am never going to suggest that you dupe or bully a business. You placed an order for something, it was clearly listed in error, it would be really lovely if Amazon chose to honor the orders anyway, but it’s logical if they have to say “Whoops, our bad. Nevermind.” Right? I am not an advocate for the “wah wah wah give me what I ordered you awful people!” school of Shopping Entitlement. At all.
On the other hand, Amazon’s handling of this particular issue was a little bit sneaky. No one was given the option to review the modified order contents before receiving their books. And that—in a word—stunk. And I’ll hasten to add that it’s atypical of Amazon, too. They should’ve just canceled all of the orders.
Those of you who received books did not receive what you ordered. My suggestion is that you contact Amazon customer service to explain that hey, this is not what you ordered, it is not your fault that they shipped you something else, and so you would like to return it and be refunded. Furthermore, you would like them to pay the shipping, because this was their error, not yours.
Don’t be obnoxious. Don’t demand. Be reasonable, but firm. My experience is that usually that’s the best approach to take, both because you’re retaining your manners and because it usually works.
Markdowns at Catherines
There’s tons on sale for Easter right now at Catherines, plus you can use coupon code 776888505 for free shipping on any size order through March 22nd, 2008.
(Sorry for the light posting today… I’ve got about fifteen places to be, some of them even at the same time. Not my favorite kind of day, but it will end eventually. Or my head will explode. I’m sort of hoping for the first option.)
Meatastic!
Wow. Um. Hey! LL Bean’s Thursday Morning Markdown is a killer deal on… meat.
Yeah. Jerky strips and jerky tenders.
Mmmm mmmm… now that’s good eatin’!
[Insert your own redneck joke here.]
Nano deal (or, continuing the Apple love)
I think I’m becoming one of those crazy Apple people. I’m sorry. I drank the Kool-Aid and it was goooooood.
Anyway, if you’ve been thinking about an Apple Nano, here’s a deal for you: Right now at Buy.com, you can get a refurbished 3rd generation 4GB iPod Nano for $99.99 shipped. And if you apply for their Revolution credit card, it’ll be $50 off of that.
That’s cheaper than the Apple store. But still a shiny, pretty Apple product.
Now, if you’ll excuse me… I have to go back to watching at the window for the DHL guy—he’s bringing my iPhone today.
I like to make. . . cookies
ReadyMade Magazine is:
a sassy, mod, do-it-yourself magazine for people who like to make stuff, and see the flicker of invention in everyday objects. This bi-monthly publication puts contemporary style on par with affordability. Each issue entertains with its sharp-witted and offbeat tone while offering a practical assortment of homegrown projects for home décor and outdoor living.
I am occasionally sassy but never mod, and the only inventions I see in everyday objects involve whether or not I can bake them into tasty desserts. So. Perhaps this magazine is not for me, but if it sounds good to you, you can apparently go get a free two-year subscription over at StartSampling.
Stock up at Fashion Bug
So, honestly, Fashion Bug is not my favorite store in the world. When I’m buying wardrobe-building pieces, I do prefer something… a bit more upscale. I’m just sayin’. However, for t-shirts and other wear-’em-for-a-coupla-years sorts of things, I happen to like them a lot. You can get a lot for very little money, and as long as you keep an eye on what you’re buying (I always have to remind myself to pay attention to the fabric content, as I like natural fabrics and some of theirs are… not), you can make out like a bandit.
That said, through March 21st, 2008, Fashion Bug is doing the Buy One, Get One for $1 Sale. This makes me squeal a little bit. There are exclusions—Priced Just Right items, some lingerie, name brands like Skechers, coats, and a few other things—but it does not exclude clearance items, so prepare to get your bargain on.
Make it even sweeter with a code (these are both good through April 23rd, 2008):
776205304 — free shipping on $75+
776205502 — 25% off any order
Happy hunting!
[Edited to add: Links are working now—for some reason they weren’t working in certain browsers—and although it’s not leading to a fancy sale graphic, the Buy 1, Get 1 for $1 sale is working. Pinky swear.]
$.99 shipping is back at Kohls
I can hardly keep track with them—between the constant sales and various special offers, I know there’s always something but I rarely know exactly what. Anyway, today I think I have it right: Kohls is back to $.99 per item shipping, which is great news if you want just a thing or two and lousy news if you want to buy all new socks, I guess. Regardless, there is it.
If you’re a Kohls card holder, use code KCTAKE10 through the end of the month to take 10% off your order, and coupon code MVC6562 will get you free shipping through March 23rd, 2008. If you don’t have a Kohls card, you can use coupon code NEW5520 to save 10% off your order through March 22nd, 2008.
I am still bitter about the order I placed for cheap UGA sweatshirts which disappeared into the ether. They haven’t restocked them, either. Hmph.
Sleep tight
It’s been a loooong time since I posted a great deal on sheets. Withdrawal caused me to sniff out a good deal for you this morning.
Check it out: luxury 550 thread count sheet sets at SmartBargains for just $39.99. The price is good through March 21st, 2008.
And don’t forget that new customers can save 12% through that there link, and everyone can get free shipping on orders of $75+ through that there link. (If you’re wanting the sheets, just go through the first link and add them to your cart, then come back and click through the coupon link you want to use.)
For some reason I’m now craving a nap. Huh.
It’s Wednesday, right?
Don’t forget to check out the JC Penney Wednesday Deals, then.
I don’t see anything thrilling, but those red shoes are kinda cute.
(Clearly I need more coffee. I think my will to shop is flagging.)
Shoes?
There are a few questions in life I believe to always be rhetorical:
1) Who made this mess?
2) Chocolate?
and
3) Need new shoes?
(Oh, simmer down. Rhetorical or not, I don’t always indulge. But I always want to….)
Just in case you’re having a Number 3 sort of day, here’s a coupon code for Shoebuy: use SPRINGFLING08 through March 26th, 2008, to take $10 off your $30+ order. (A few high-end brands are excluded from the sale, but it will work on things like Crocs and Heelys that your kids want, or on a plethora of adorable styles you want….) Always free shipping and free returns, too.
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