What”s more romantic than floating candles, bubble bath, and fragrant lotion? How about stepping from a warm bath into the arms of your love holding a luxurious bath sheet? A-a-a-h-h!
Bed Bath & Beyond ® has a deal on luxurious Tropical Retreat Bath Sheets in 100% rubbed cotton, 30″x62″. At $9.99+sh, a fraction of the regular price, your honey will enjoy the bright colors of the Caribbean in Hot Pink (shown) or Aqua.
‘A little piece of Paradise, don’t you know, man!’
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Pearls are always in fashion and there are so many types that you can pick from. Of course, there are the perfect akoya strand from mikimoto or the tahitian or south seas saltwater pearls are the classic and keepsake pearls and cost mega $$$. However, designers have been mesmerized by the luster and radiance of pearls and have discovered the less-than-perfect pearls and incorporated them into fabulous designs. Keshi, mabé, BIWA, potato, baroque, rice or seed, button or blister pearls are entering the fashion world of haute couture.
Also, large chunky rings are so-o-o in as we save money by updating our present wardrobe with accessories.
MarkdownMom found this large blister ring that marries the edgy pearls and chunky ring in a look that definitely spells runway hot! At Overtock.com for $38.99+sh.
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Martha Stewart has become the spokesperson for the best in culinary arts. But having the best can be very expensive. Markdownmom.com is dedicated to finding the best for less, or Elegant Living On A Budget.
One of the best juicers evaluated by consumers is the Breville Juice Fountain. The first generation was pricey at $199, and the newest models in this line can run from $99-$399.95. Yikes! Although we can agree that this product is probably well worth it, few of us can afford that steep price.
Markdown Mom was shopping at her favorite thrift
store and found a first generation Breville Juice Fountain. No, it wasn’t in a box, but scotch taped altogether, and appeared that all the pieces were there and intact. Even if it was missing a piece, you can always email or write the manufacturer and pay for a replacement part providing that the item is not ancient. Like every used electronic, Markdown Mom tested it instore by plugging in the base; however, it did not turn on. Reasoning that it probably had a safety feature like other processors that require complete assembly to make it operational, and there wasn’t an “as is” disclaimer on the item, a chance was taken because of its’ $19.99 price, yes, under $20, and purchased. After getting it home and assembling it, Markdown Mom tested it and violà! It works perfectly.
Here is where some knowledge of electronics, and the willingness to take a chance on an item that was used, but in good condition, paid off. There was a back-up on this in that the thrift store would honor return of the item in 7 days with the sales slip.
See, You Can Get The Best Like Martha–You Only Have To Be Willing To Take A Chance!
It’s A Better Buy!
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Markdown Mom’s Find
Every home chef knows how Le Creuset is a premier line of cookware, made with cast iron and enamel, under the name Cousance this line was noted for its’ even cooking, and one pot meals. But because of its’ superior reputation, it is very expensive and out of budget considerations for most of us. Even online auctions list Le Creuset in used condition and sell for about $70-$100 depending upon condition, including shipping and handling.
However, just in time for Mother’s Day, now is the time to get a 3 1/2 qt. Wide Dutch Oven from Williams-Sonoma, in Flame *or Lemongrass* (pictured),for $99.95 plus sh, sales tax! I know, what a terrific deal!! This is a small size, but perfect for making one pot meals for 2-4 people, or for making that perfect risoto.
How did this come about?
Well, Williams-Sonoma’s May 2009 Catalog has the advertised $99.95 price on page 10, reg.$250 . The only colors that the ad lists(and you will see this is important) still in stock are flame (red) *and lemongrass (green)*. On page 50, under Price Guarantee, the catalog states that every price in the catalog is guaranteed through May 11, 2009.
However, when you go to the site, you see that the regular price is listed at $250, and the sale price is $185. Call the catalog order #1-800-541-2233 and insist that they give you these items as listed in the catalog! What Markdown Mom found out that they will first charge you the internet sale price of $185 and then credit your account for $85.05 +the difference in shipping costs and sales tax–insist on it, if any problem ask to speak to a supervisor. They are legally obligated to honor this advertised price! Be sure to write down who you talked to, the date, and the confirmation number of the order. When you get an email from customer service, reply to them with a note of what you believe will be charged on this order. Here is Markdown Mom’s email to use as a sample:
This message is to confirm the terms of this order. Per Customer Service
Rep (name here)/Supervisor ( name here), this order was placed with the
understanding that the catalog price of $99.95 for the 3 1/2 qt. Le Creuset
Dutch Oven would be honored since this price is the advertised catalog
price and according to the catalog (page 50) was good to May 11, 2009.
That the item was advertised and available in (lemongrass or flame). That the
difference between the online and catalog price of $85.05 would be credited
to my (name of charge card) along with a reduction accordingly on the shipping and
handling, and sales tax. That this order would immediately be corrected to
reflect the prices listed in the May 2009 catalog. Therefore, the
final price charged to my (charge card) will be $99.95 +sh, tax. Thank you.
Save this email, this is your guarantee that you get the catalog price. Check your emails frequently or call Williams-Sonoma (it takes about 24-48 hours to process order and to credit your account).
*This item is also available in Dijon (yellow), however that is not a color listed in the catalog–but you may try to get them to let you get that color anyway for the catalog price.
May 11, 2009 deadline is only 2 days away, so act quickly. Great gift for Mother’s Day–just tell her its’ in the mail!
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