Tell Santa to take a look at this
Remember last year, when a bunch of us got deals on Vidsters? My daughter still uses hers, but I can tell that pretty soon she’s going to need something a little more advanced.
So today I ran across this digital camcorder, which is probably not what most of us are looking for in a full-featured digicam, but is certainly a great unit for a tween or young teen, or even an adult on a budget who wants something.
The reviews are good, at at $69.99 (42% off) you really can’t beat the price. Plus, if you buy it by October 31st, 2007, you’ll get 15 free cards from Shutterfly (a $32.85 value).
Decisions, decisions….
Hoist your bike, or something else
Every time I see this Racor bike lift go on sale I am every-so-tempted to buy one, even though we currently have plenty of room for our bikes in both the garage and the shed.
There’s just a small part of my brain that thinks that the next time the kids won’t stop squabbling, there could be a bit of evil joy in attaching one of them to such a contraption and hauling them straight up to the ceiling.
“I told you to STOP IT,” I could say, hand on the rope, sweet smile on my face.
Oh, come on. I’m not saying I would actually do it. Probably.
Toddler boot deal
It’s time to play Pricematching For Fun And Profit!
Today’s winners are those of you with a toddler who needs really good snow boots. Although this will be a pretty good deal for some other folks, it’s those of you with a toddler who wears an 8 or a 9 who will really clean up.
These Kamik Toddler/Youth Wow 3 Snow Boots are currently $24.89 at Endless for the red color, which means you can get them for $19.89 shipped.
However, if you need a toddler 8 or 9 (as these are the only sizes the two sites have in common), you can pricematch them here at Zappos where they have them for $60.95. The pricematch will get them for you for under $16.
(Remember: To pricematch, verify that Endless has the exact color/size combo you want, then place your order at Zappos online at regular price. Once you have an order confirmation number, call up and tell them you’d like to do a pricematch.)
I thought it was nice of them to offer such a good deal on red, which is good for either boys or girls. Usually those awesome prices only come on powder pink or green camo. Heh.
It’s a bonus 3-day O-Day
Again, I cannot help pointing out that I hate that they call this O-Day, as O-Day always lasts three days. But I will overlook this foible (except for talking about it just now, oops) because there are excellent savings involved. So.
Now through Wednesday, October 31st, enjoy O-Day savings of 7% off your entire order and $1 shipping at Overstock through that there link. The last few times they did O-Day it was over a weekend, so this is sort of an unexpected treat, as well as a better coupon than the Weekender was if you’re looking to buy something relatively small.
Enjoy your O-Day!
It was Colonel Mustard in the Library with a pipe
Want a free game? (No, it’s not Clue. That’s just what I immediately thought of when I saw this.)
Surf on over to Big Fish Games and download Mystery Case Files: Ravenhearst for just 99 cents. (Follow the directions there. You’ll be using coupon code RAVENHEARST99.) Offer is good through October 31st, 2007.
I’ve gotten some other Big Fish games on deals before and they’re loads of fun. And it’s hard to beat a game for under a buck.
(Thanks, Kelli!)
It really is better (cheaper) at The Bug
Looking for some ultra-cheap deals on clothes? Today’s your day to stock up at Fashion Bug.
Many items are Buy 1, Get 1 for $1, plus there’s $3.98 clearance, plus you can use coupon code 776189508 to take $20 off your $40+ order!
This is not my very favorite store in the world—you’re not going to find exquisite tailoring or huge attention to detail—but it’s an awesome place to stock up on t-shirts, camisoles, and other items you’d frequently be replacing, anyway. And at prices like this, you really can’t lose.
Now you wish I was talking about butter again
This one is just for the ladies.
Want to try OB tampons, and get cute little case to carry them in, too? Just go here. (Thanks, Kristin!)
It is taking every ounce of my resolve to resist making a juvenile joke here, so I’ll just stop typing now.
Because I’m baking bread today
My family has something of a love affair with butter. (You’re shocked. I can tell.) Now that the weather is cooling off, I’m baking bread more often. But I don’t always have the foresight to take the butter out of the fridge half an hour before my kids want to have a hunk of bread.
After doing some research, I determined that what I wanted to get was a “butter bell,” a butter dish you fill with water that can be left out on the counter. (The water keeps the butter from spoiling. Change the water every couple of days and the butter stays fresh and soft, or so the internet claims.) I figured that the cheapest place to grab one would be eBay, so I did some searching there, but guess what! I am not paying $20 for a butter dish!
And then I found this Norpro butter bell for $7.90 shipped. That I will do.
I shall have to report back on its butterliciousness. But in the meantime, if you’ve been searching for one of those, that seems to be a pretty decent deal.
Sunny Saturday savings
(I need to stop with the alliteration thing, I know. But it’s a beautiful day outside, and my husband has returned after a long week away, and I’m a bit giddy.)
This weekend only (expires October 28th, 2007, around noon) you can take $15 off your $150+ purchase at Overstock through that there link. (Bonus! If you’ve been looking for a deal on a Dyson, clicking here will give you an extra $35 off their regular price (and no, the two coupons cannot be combined, but this one is slightly better if it’s the Dyson you’re after).
Oh! I love these, and want to buy them for everyone I know! Because I am a gigantic dork! But really, who doesn’t need some Lego drink coasters for under $5? I mean, seriously. (Lots of other goodies on clearance there at the Lego site, too.)
I know some of you are big fans of Darling Shoes for baby shoes. Pretty reader Jodi was kind enough to send along coupon code CITY85 which is good through November 11th, 2007, for 85% off regular-priced items. Thanks, Jodi!
More baby goodness: Check out Maggie and Alison for custom-made bibs, burpies, and blankies—super-cute stuff to be had, there—and then as a special for all my pretty readers, you can use coupon code wantnot to take 15% off your total order (code valid through December 15th, 2007). Shipping starts at just $3, too.
Need some winter gear? Altrec is having their semi-annual winter sale with prices up to 50% off.
Just a reminder: You still have through the end of the month to use coupon code TREATS to take 70% off your certificate order at Restaurant.com. $25 of dining for $3! That’s spooktacular! (Okay, I think that may be my cue to step away from the computer….)
Insert Friday-themed title here
I am too tired from this week even to go the extra mile required for a pithy title. Now that is saying something.
Regardless, I shall rally for the Amazon Friday Sale, because I am a trooper like that.
The fact that these HyLoft bins are 69% off and described as “hammertone” now has me humming “Can’t Touch This.” You’re welcome.
Need some luxury bath towels for a not-so-luxury price?
This red Kong is a good filler if you’re needing a little something to get your order up over $25 for free shipping, plus it’s a must-have if you like to torment your dog. (Stuff it with peanut butter and watch him go crazy. Yeah, I’m that sort of pet owner; rather, I was when I still had a dog.) (Hey, at least I used to take care of my dog. With this automatic pet dish
you don’t have to pay any attention at all!)
Need some solar lights for your driveway or walkway?
What I want to know is, will this Euro Pro sewing machine make me hate sewing less? Because I would pay for that.
Going camping? Or just always very cold? You need some fleece sheets. Toasty!
Oh look; my Apollo GoLite is on sale again. If you or someone in your family suffers from SAD, I cannot recommend this light highly enough. It was worth every penny for us, and replaced my old-style light box which was a giant behemoth. This sits on the edge of the kitchen table, out of the way, and has a program for me and a program for my daughter. I love it.
If you buy one of these, I want a video of you using it. Wait, no I don’t. Yes, I do.
Still need an ice cream maker? This is the one I used to own (that was broken in my move). It’s a great machine. (Now I sort of wish I hadn’t replaced mine with the Cuisinart one, but we’ve had ice cream a bunch of times since I did, so I’ll try not to complain.)
The holidays are coming, and this McMuffin machine that was so hot last year is now half price (and has 237 overwhelmingly positive reviews). I tell you what—they throw in a butler with that and I’m sold.
Happy Friday, everyone!











