cb2.com: A less expensive Crate & Barrel?

This morning I was clicking around the Crate & Barrel website when I found a link for CB2.  When I clicked it, I couldn't believe my eyes.  It is a less expensive, hipper alternative to the Crate & Barrel styles that I have come to know, love, and lust for.

CB2 features all of the same types of products as their parent, C&B.  If you're a college student decorating a campus apartment, just got your first job, or if you're making a modest salary (like myself) but don't want to skimp on style, CB2 seems like the place to go.  I've been reading web reviews since I found out about CB2, and it seems as though people are quite happy with the quality of the products, as well.  The only complaint is slow shipping, but I suppose some things are worth waiting for!

If you've ever ordered from CB2, or if you do because of this post, please drop me a reply to let me know how you like your product.  I'm going to be ordering this lovely pitcher for a mere $5.95:

 

This photo was taken directly from the cb2 website.

Enjoy!

Freeflys.com: Free samples, no hassles!

The best things in life are free, and if you're looking for free samples, Freeflys is the place to go.  I've received numerous free samples by using this service to help eke them out.   Companies are often happy to give away small quantities of new items because they want customers to try these items.  If you decide you like the item, you're more likely to buy the full size item from the store, thus building a loyalty base for that company.  So don't be bashful, companies want you to have their freebies!

 http://www.freeflys.com

Some examples of the samples I've received are L'Oreal shampoo and conditioner, Dunkin Donuts coffee, and yes, even flushable doggie bags for Fluffy.  The site offers a wide array of different things to try and categorizes the samples for you.  The samples do not come directly from freeflys.com.  The links you click will redirect you to the manufacturer's websites where you will enter your personal information.

The only part of the site that I caution you of is the samples and freebies that are "too good to be true" like the link that offers free Coach and Dooney & Bourke bags .  Often whenyou click these you have to sign up and pay for a certain amount of "offers" from the sponsors of these programs.  This doesn't make the bag free and sometimes you have to sign up for so many offers that you're paying more than you would for the bag.  Please, I beg you, do not click on these.  Save yourself the time, money, and trouble.

Couponcabin.com

Another cool feature of Coupon Cabin is their weekly newsletter and dashboard widget.  The weekly newsletter is delivered by e-mail every Monday.  Coupon Cabin shares with their followers some of their newest/best coupon deals.  The best part of this is the predictability and reliability of the e-mail.  You're guaranteed to get the e-mail every Monday and ONLY on Monday, thus Coupon Cabin doesn't fill your inbox all week long.




The printable coupons are useful at local retailers such as Home Depot and Target.  If you plan on using grocery coupons, make sure you call ahead to your grocery store and ask if they take internet coupons.  One disadvantage of my local Shoprite is that they do not take printed coupons for fear of counterfeiting.  Personally, I think they should get with the program; but that's my issue, not yours!


The dashboard widget is equally useful.  If you're a Mac user like myself, those dashboard widgets come in very handy for weather, calculations, and just for some added entertainment.  By downloading the Coupon Cabin widget, coupons are right at your fingertips on your dashboard.  It allows you to select stores, find out what is going to expire soon, and makes suggestions for you.

Before you make your next online purchase (perhaps for Mother's Day- which you should do soon!), visit Coupon Cabin for some extra savings!