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  • Beware Of Retailer’s Blip On The Markdown Scene, It May Be Inflation!

    Beware Of Retailer’s Blip On The Markdown Scene, It May Be Inflation!

    January 5th, 2009 - No Comments

    Markdown Mom has been following a disturbing trend with regard to clearance items on one of the home shopping networks.  One way to follow a desired item to get the best deal has been by putting it on a “wishlist,” especially with clearance items that are limited in quantity.  Usually a price change on a clearance [...]

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    Markdown Chics Holiday Picks #3: Say Goodbye To 2008 With A Spot of Bubbly

    Markdown Chics Holiday Picks #3: Say Goodbye To 2008 With A Spot of Bubbly

    December 15th, 2008 - No Comments

    Whether you call is soda, pop, or soda pop it can turn into an expense when considering budget cuts, not to mention the adverse health implications. An alternative is to become a home soda maker with a kit from SodaStream from SodaClub. You can make your own sparkling water, flavor your sparkling waters & [...]

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    Buying and Selling Online:  Craigslist 10+ Suggestions

    Buying and Selling Online: Craigslist 10+ Suggestions

    December 9th, 2008 - No Comments

    Although Markdown Mom is relatively a new fan of Craigslist, having not had this service available in her area until recently, nonetheless there are a few insights she has garnered from using this service.

    A great site for selling items locally or statewide. This allows for flexibility in your customer base. Oftentimes, smaller cities or [...]

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    Markdown Chics Favorite Holiday Picks #2:  Markdown Mom’s Christmas Card–Feeling Great In Tough Times

    Markdown Chics Favorite Holiday Picks #2: Markdown Mom’s Christmas Card–Feeling Great In Tough Times

    December 7th, 2008 - No Comments

    “Don’t know much about history
    Don’t know much biology
    Don’t know much about a science book
    Don’t know much about the French I took
    But I do know that I love you
    And I know that if you love me too
    What a wonderful world this would be”
    You will feel like singing these [...]

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    Markdown Chics Holiday Picks #4:  Hottest Tech Toy Item This Year

    Markdown Chics Holiday Picks #4: Hottest Tech Toy Item This Year

    December 18th, 2008 - No Comments

    Karoake is always fun and Playstation 2™ has a new spin on this and it is hot, hot, hot!  SingStar Pop (1 & 2), 80’s, 90’s and American Idol allows gamer to customize pitch, tone, and rhythm to score performances, multiple gameplay modes from top singing stars.
    Available from Amazon from $16.99 to $44.79 for the [...]

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    Beware Of Retailer’s Blip On The Markdown Scene, It May Be Inflation!

    Posted in Bargain Banter, Editorial, Fashion for Less, Seasonal - No Comments
    January 5th, 2009 by markdownmom

    Markdown Mom has been following a disturbing trend with regard to clearance items on one of the home shopping networks.  One way to follow a desired item to get the best deal has been by putting it on a “wishlist,” especially with clearance items that are limited in quantity.  Usually a price change on a clearance [...]

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    Treat Yourself with Vienna Elegance

    Posted in Holiday Specials - No Comments
    January 1st, 2009 by markdownmom

    TODAY QVC Online is featuring introductory price and select items on easy-pay for the new QVoyager Enlightened® Swarovski Elements for Diamonique® Collection.  Original Swarovski-cut rings, bracelets and earrings inspired by the architecture of the Royal Palace in Vienna, Austria can be yours to wear for that special occasion or a great Birthday, Valentine’s, or Mother’s Day gift for that [...]

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    Say Cheese On This New Year’s Eve For Wednesday Steal!

    Posted in Frugal Gastronome, Wednesday Steals - No Comments
    December 31st, 2008 by markdownmom

    If you are a cheese lover, then you are probably acquainted with the name of Stilton as the foremost blue cheese.  Now at Williams-Sonoma you can buy this cheese steal priced at a savings up to 66% off.  Choose from a 2 lb. aged 3 months for $21.99, reg.$59.99, and a collection from the Neal Yard Dairy of [...]

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    Tip of the Week #52: The Weather May Be Frightful, But Get Your Holiday Decorations On Sale Now!

    Posted in Decorating On A Budget, Holiday Specials, Seasonal - No Comments
    December 22nd, 2008 by markdownmom

     
    Shopko and others have already discounted holiday merchandise by 50%, so bargain hunters now is the time to stock up on holiday decorations and more for next year, or if you are a procastinator, even for this year.  Many retailers have extended store hours, and check for daily deals.  Last minute shopping can mean last [...]

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    Red Hot Sales Alert: Year End Clearance Begins Now!

    Posted in Bargain Banter, Fashion for Less, Red Hot Sale Alert, Seasonal, Shopping Networks - No Comments
    December 19th, 2008 by markdownmom

     
     
    After your retail dollars, HSN has initiated its’ after Christmas clearance sale now. This is at least a week ahead of schedule.  For the best selection, shop now.  Up to 60% off.

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    Markdown Chics Holiday Picks #4: Hottest Tech Toy Item This Year

    Posted in Daily Tech Deal, Electronics, Games, MarkdownChic Picks, New Trendy Items, What's Hot New And Undiscovered - No Comments
    December 18th, 2008 by markdownmom

    Karoake is always fun and Playstation 2™ has a new spin on this and it is hot, hot, hot!  SingStar Pop (1 & 2), 80’s, 90’s and American Idol allows gamer to customize pitch, tone, and rhythm to score performances, multiple gameplay modes from top singing stars.
    Available from Amazon from $16.99 to $44.79 for the [...]

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    Wednesday Steals Countdown To Christmas

    Posted in Coupon Clips, Promo Picks, and Free Ships, Decorating On A Budget, Electronics, Entertainment, Fashion for Less, Holiday Specials, Menswear Chic on the Cheap, Tech Toys, Wednesday Steals - No Comments
    December 17th, 2008 by markdownmom

    The retailers are continuing their sales and even offering upgrades for shipping for free or nominal price.  Markdown Mom says you can buy now or wait and celebrate the Greek Orthodox Christmas–which is by the way, when the after Christmas Holiday Sales are offered.  You decide as you view the following:
    Steal: TALBOTS.  Take an additional [...]

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    Credit Cards Another Bubble Waiting To Burst!

    Posted in Consumer Smarts - No Comments
    December 17th, 2008 by markdownmom

    What happened to the Congressional investigations regarding usurious credit card practices?
    Americans keep being put between a rock and a hard place by the greed of banks with no relief in sight.  Not only does Main Street pay for Wall Street’s bailout without seeing any relief  from bone crunching mortgage payments, at the same time they [...]

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    Toy Store Closing & 5 Tips In Shopping for Bargains

    Posted in Bargain Banter, Consumer Smarts, Electronics, Going Out of Business, Infants & Children, Stores, Tech Toys - No Comments
    December 16th, 2008 by markdownmom

    KB Toys are the latest in a string of retailers facing closures. Last Thursday, for the second time in its’ history KBToys filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy and plans to close all of its stores. First of all, it’s a sad state of affairs to see retailers going down, this means job losses as [...]

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    Markdown Chics Holiday Picks #3: Say Goodbye To 2008 With A Spot of Bubbly

    Posted in Budget Wise Recipes, Frugal Gastronome - No Comments
    December 15th, 2008 by markdownmom

    Whether you call is soda, pop, or soda pop it can turn into an expense when considering budget cuts, not to mention the adverse health implications. An alternative is to become a home soda maker with a kit from SodaStream from SodaClub. You can make your own sparkling water, flavor your sparkling waters & [...]

    Read more...