Monday, March 29, 2004
http://www.officemuseum.com/paper_clips.htm
Today, I am going to discuss the proper use of a paper clip. It's a trivial little piece of office equipment, but it can make your life more or less of a hassle when you know how to use them!
Paper clips were invented by Samuel B. Fay in 1867. They were designed to hold tickets to fabric. Not until 1899 were they advertised and used for keeping papers together.
The good
Here are some proper uses of the paper clip:
• keeping a multi paged document together
• marking pages in a book (if you are out of sticky notes)
• Extra strength for a sticky note (because sometimes they just won’t stick!)
• They don’t tear papers
• They hold a large amount of papers
• They take less space than a binder clip does in a file
• they are easy to use and don’t hurt your hands (I have a dear friend that has a hard time using the binder clips because of carpal tunnel syndrome)
• They are cheap!
The bad
From time to time I see frustrating results from paper clips:
• rust on important papers (this especially occurs in moist climate, like Seattle--known for its mold)
• Important papers that have stuck together, that were not meant to be stuck together (yes, that is right; they cling on to anything in their sight!)
• They catch together when you are trying to get one out of a box
• Dents in important papers or in a valuable book (you may not think this is important, but when you have a resume with dents at the top, people notice)
The bottom line:
Use paper clips for short-term unimportant papers, but not for long-term files or other important papers.
If you feel frustrated like I do from paper clips, I suggest purchasing these from Staples instead of paper clips!
Today, I am going to discuss the proper use of a paper clip. It's a trivial little piece of office equipment, but it can make your life more or less of a hassle when you know how to use them!
Paper clips were invented by Samuel B. Fay in 1867. They were designed to hold tickets to fabric. Not until 1899 were they advertised and used for keeping papers together.
The good
Here are some proper uses of the paper clip:
• keeping a multi paged document together
• marking pages in a book (if you are out of sticky notes)
• Extra strength for a sticky note (because sometimes they just won’t stick!)
• They don’t tear papers
• They hold a large amount of papers
• They take less space than a binder clip does in a file
• they are easy to use and don’t hurt your hands (I have a dear friend that has a hard time using the binder clips because of carpal tunnel syndrome)
• They are cheap!
The bad
From time to time I see frustrating results from paper clips:
• rust on important papers (this especially occurs in moist climate, like Seattle--known for its mold)
• Important papers that have stuck together, that were not meant to be stuck together (yes, that is right; they cling on to anything in their sight!)
• They catch together when you are trying to get one out of a box
• Dents in important papers or in a valuable book (you may not think this is important, but when you have a resume with dents at the top, people notice)
The bottom line:
Use paper clips for short-term unimportant papers, but not for long-term files or other important papers.
If you feel frustrated like I do from paper clips, I suggest purchasing these from Staples instead of paper clips!
Friday, March 26, 2004
Hi Folks,
First, I have to start by saying thanks for all the amazing feedback last week...my friend and I were astounded at how many people made a killing last week on the dealmail! No fewer than four people told me they bought the 10 piece Calphalon set for 80% off before it went out of stock (This is probably a third of the number of people who complained to us that it was gone by the time they went to buy it later in the day...!) You know us, we're always just happy to make so many people's day!
Turns out that that this week is another great for deals on the site - Especially if you've been holding out for some inexpensive tech gear. Also, if you're an absolute cooking geek (as my friend Tod H. is, there are a few special entries in here for you as well..) Don't forget folks, when I say its "Today Only", make sure you act fast... Lots of this stuff goes out of stock pretty quickly!
1. As most of you know, whenever possible, I try to start the dealmail off with a crazy, insane deal...This week is by far no exception (except that there are three killer deals instead of one!) If you need a high powered laptop, but have been holding out because of their high cost or because you didn't want to go with a name that you didn't know or trust, I absolutely have an incredible deal for you. J&R (a merchant on our site) just got a shipment of IBM Thinkpad's that are factory refurbished by IBM themselves and are 100% guaranteed. These are 700MHz Intel Pentium IIIs and come with a 12 GB hard drive, 128 MB of RAM, a DVD drive and a disk drive, a modem, and Windows 2000. All for under $600! Folks, this really is an amazing deal. I actually spoke with J&R this week and they said they were able to do it because they bought all of the remaining units from IBM for a special price. This is a really great PC at a price that's makes perfect sense for almost any budget (and the Thinkpad's are known to be really durable - perfect if you need one for someone still in school or graduating this year.)
IBM 264786U-RB Thinkpad T20 Notebook PC - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0001VGFGG/seattleot-20
2. If you need a PC, but its not a laptop you are looking for, you may want to look into a media PC. These are the hottest thing right now since they let you do everything a normal home computer would do but are also specifically made to handle digital pictures, TV signals, FM radio, you name it... Right now there is a fantastic deal on one, also from J&R, also refurbished by the original factory and fully guaranteed. This really is an amazing, cutting-edge home computer that will last you a long, long time. It comes with a 2.8GHz processor, 512MB of RAM, a DVD writer, and a 160 GB hard drive - In addition to the TV tuner and full surround sound processing. You can actually make DVDs of your favorite shows with this computer, all for under $800! This is a great deal and also won't last long at this price:
HEWLETT-PACKARD m385c Media Center Desktop PC -http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0001VQDWW/seattleot-20
3. What's the final killer deal on high tech today? How about the best deal I have ever seen on a wireless router?! (After rebate is cheaper than the last music CD I bought..!) Amazon has the brand new Belkin F5D6231-4 Wireless Cable/DSL Router for $14.99 after rebate! It comes with built in encryption and a firewall to help protect you and your data. This is seriously an incredible deal and gives you everything that you need to start broadcasting internet (DSL or cable!) in your home or office.:
Belkin F5D6231-4 Wireless Cable/DSL Router - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00008IHQO/seattleot-20
The rebate form is available here: http://www.jandr.com/images/pdf/rebates/BKN1_20040430.pdf
4. If you decide to get the router, I just checked and, last week's fantastic deal on a wireless networking card is still going on ($25 after rebates!)
650 Wireless 802.11b PC Card - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000051SHL/seattleot-20
5. This one's for my friends who are insane in the kitchen as evidenced by their attempt, last week, decided to try to make matzah from scratch (from wheat kernels!) just to be ultra authentic... The complete KitchenAid accessory pack (I know you all have kitchenaids since you all bought them off my dealmail over the last year) is on sale for today only at an incredible 61% off! The cheapest I have ever seen this before today is $99 - seriously! This kit comes with everything to you need to grind meat/grains, mince veggies, make jam and apple butter, you name it! And, its almost entirely dishwasher safe. Come on...Summers coming, you know the fruits and veggies are coming back in to season and you need one of these...
KitchenAid Mixer Attachment Pack for Stand Mixers - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00004SGFM/seattleot-20
6. On more kitchen item that I couldn't resist since I actually own these and they're great. Amazon has a great deal right now on a double set of omelet pans from Calphalon. These are the really good ones with the 'Y' handle that stays completely cool and both the 8" and 10" are nonstick. We have had these since we got married and absolutely love them. At almost 80% off, you can get them and you don't even have to get married to do it!
Calphalon Commercial Nonstick 8- and 10-Inch Omelet Pans, Limited Edition Set - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0001DA0GK/seattleot-20
7. Since a lot of people seemed to like the Leatherman last week, I thought I'd toss in a good deal this week on a slightly less expensive Swiss Army knife... Great small present for someone and, at almost 60% off, you can't beat the price. (Hey, it comes with 17 tools, that's barely $1 per tool!) Enjoy!
Swiss Army Voyager Knife - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00006OALQ/seattleot-20
8. If you're like me, you've got a ton of company coming to visit in the next several weeks for one holiday or another. If you're also like me and happen to need a new comforter, there is a great deal on one for today only for a Full/Queen bed. This down duvet by National Sleep Products normally retails for $129 but is in an end-of-season sale for under $40! It has 31 ounces of natural down filling and comes with a soft outer cover so you can use it without a cover, if you're into that. Happy sleeping!
National Sleep Products Peachy Soft Full/Queen Down Comforter, Ivory - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0000ZR19I/seattleot-20
9. Since Spring is here and lots of people are getting ready to travel to visit family or, better, already planning for Mother's Day, check out this great deal on a really nice gift set from Crabtree & Evelyn. Its full of really nice soaps and hand creams and comes in a pretty gift box shaped like a hatbox. Oh, did I mention its also 50% off and ships for free?! :-)
Crabtree & Evelyn Gardeners Hatbox - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00008QWXS/seattleot-20
10. Finally, everyone's favorite Mach 3 shaving cartridges are on sale again. If you need them, or if you just need to get your order to $25 to get the free shipping, get 'em while they're hot!
Gillette MACH3 Shaving Cartridges (8 Cartridges) - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000052YHR/seattleot-20
Have a good weekend everyone! As always, please feel free to forward to all your friends!
First, I have to start by saying thanks for all the amazing feedback last week...my friend and I were astounded at how many people made a killing last week on the dealmail! No fewer than four people told me they bought the 10 piece Calphalon set for 80% off before it went out of stock (This is probably a third of the number of people who complained to us that it was gone by the time they went to buy it later in the day...!) You know us, we're always just happy to make so many people's day!
Turns out that that this week is another great for deals on the site - Especially if you've been holding out for some inexpensive tech gear. Also, if you're an absolute cooking geek (as my friend Tod H. is, there are a few special entries in here for you as well..) Don't forget folks, when I say its "Today Only", make sure you act fast... Lots of this stuff goes out of stock pretty quickly!
1. As most of you know, whenever possible, I try to start the dealmail off with a crazy, insane deal...This week is by far no exception (except that there are three killer deals instead of one!) If you need a high powered laptop, but have been holding out because of their high cost or because you didn't want to go with a name that you didn't know or trust, I absolutely have an incredible deal for you. J&R (a merchant on our site) just got a shipment of IBM Thinkpad's that are factory refurbished by IBM themselves and are 100% guaranteed. These are 700MHz Intel Pentium IIIs and come with a 12 GB hard drive, 128 MB of RAM, a DVD drive and a disk drive, a modem, and Windows 2000. All for under $600! Folks, this really is an amazing deal. I actually spoke with J&R this week and they said they were able to do it because they bought all of the remaining units from IBM for a special price. This is a really great PC at a price that's makes perfect sense for almost any budget (and the Thinkpad's are known to be really durable - perfect if you need one for someone still in school or graduating this year.)
IBM 264786U-RB Thinkpad T20 Notebook PC - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0001VGFGG/seattleot-20
2. If you need a PC, but its not a laptop you are looking for, you may want to look into a media PC. These are the hottest thing right now since they let you do everything a normal home computer would do but are also specifically made to handle digital pictures, TV signals, FM radio, you name it... Right now there is a fantastic deal on one, also from J&R, also refurbished by the original factory and fully guaranteed. This really is an amazing, cutting-edge home computer that will last you a long, long time. It comes with a 2.8GHz processor, 512MB of RAM, a DVD writer, and a 160 GB hard drive - In addition to the TV tuner and full surround sound processing. You can actually make DVDs of your favorite shows with this computer, all for under $800! This is a great deal and also won't last long at this price:
HEWLETT-PACKARD m385c Media Center Desktop PC -http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0001VQDWW/seattleot-20
3. What's the final killer deal on high tech today? How about the best deal I have ever seen on a wireless router?! (After rebate is cheaper than the last music CD I bought..!) Amazon has the brand new Belkin F5D6231-4 Wireless Cable/DSL Router for $14.99 after rebate! It comes with built in encryption and a firewall to help protect you and your data. This is seriously an incredible deal and gives you everything that you need to start broadcasting internet (DSL or cable!) in your home or office.:
Belkin F5D6231-4 Wireless Cable/DSL Router - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00008IHQO/seattleot-20
The rebate form is available here: http://www.jandr.com/images/pdf/rebates/BKN1_20040430.pdf
4. If you decide to get the router, I just checked and, last week's fantastic deal on a wireless networking card is still going on ($25 after rebates!)
650 Wireless 802.11b PC Card - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000051SHL/seattleot-20
5. This one's for my friends who are insane in the kitchen as evidenced by their attempt, last week, decided to try to make matzah from scratch (from wheat kernels!) just to be ultra authentic... The complete KitchenAid accessory pack (I know you all have kitchenaids since you all bought them off my dealmail over the last year) is on sale for today only at an incredible 61% off! The cheapest I have ever seen this before today is $99 - seriously! This kit comes with everything to you need to grind meat/grains, mince veggies, make jam and apple butter, you name it! And, its almost entirely dishwasher safe. Come on...Summers coming, you know the fruits and veggies are coming back in to season and you need one of these...
KitchenAid Mixer Attachment Pack for Stand Mixers - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00004SGFM/seattleot-20
6. On more kitchen item that I couldn't resist since I actually own these and they're great. Amazon has a great deal right now on a double set of omelet pans from Calphalon. These are the really good ones with the 'Y' handle that stays completely cool and both the 8" and 10" are nonstick. We have had these since we got married and absolutely love them. At almost 80% off, you can get them and you don't even have to get married to do it!
Calphalon Commercial Nonstick 8- and 10-Inch Omelet Pans, Limited Edition Set - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0001DA0GK/seattleot-20
7. Since a lot of people seemed to like the Leatherman last week, I thought I'd toss in a good deal this week on a slightly less expensive Swiss Army knife... Great small present for someone and, at almost 60% off, you can't beat the price. (Hey, it comes with 17 tools, that's barely $1 per tool!) Enjoy!
Swiss Army Voyager Knife - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00006OALQ/seattleot-20
8. If you're like me, you've got a ton of company coming to visit in the next several weeks for one holiday or another. If you're also like me and happen to need a new comforter, there is a great deal on one for today only for a Full/Queen bed. This down duvet by National Sleep Products normally retails for $129 but is in an end-of-season sale for under $40! It has 31 ounces of natural down filling and comes with a soft outer cover so you can use it without a cover, if you're into that. Happy sleeping!
National Sleep Products Peachy Soft Full/Queen Down Comforter, Ivory - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0000ZR19I/seattleot-20
9. Since Spring is here and lots of people are getting ready to travel to visit family or, better, already planning for Mother's Day, check out this great deal on a really nice gift set from Crabtree & Evelyn. Its full of really nice soaps and hand creams and comes in a pretty gift box shaped like a hatbox. Oh, did I mention its also 50% off and ships for free?! :-)
Crabtree & Evelyn Gardeners Hatbox - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00008QWXS/seattleot-20
10. Finally, everyone's favorite Mach 3 shaving cartridges are on sale again. If you need them, or if you just need to get your order to $25 to get the free shipping, get 'em while they're hot!
Gillette MACH3 Shaving Cartridges (8 Cartridges) - http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000052YHR/seattleot-20
Have a good weekend everyone! As always, please feel free to forward to all your friends!
Monday, March 22, 2004
Friday's Deal Mail
(3/22/04)Turns out that that this week is particularly great for deals on the site - Great for all my readers, that is, who know what they are! Don't forget folks, when I say its "Today Only", make sure you act fast... Lots of this stuff goes out of stock pretty quickly!
As most of you know, whenever possible, I try to start the dealmail off with a crazy, insane deal...This week is by far no exception. There is an absolutely unbelievable, almost 80% off, deal on a 4.5 star rated, complete 6 speaker surround sound system from KLH. I kid you not on this one folks - I don't know if its an overstock situation or what, but people really seem to like this and, at under 60 bucks for a system that started at almost $300, you can't go wrong!
KLH 6-Piece 100-Watt Home Theater Speaker System
Also, as always, it wouldn't be a dealmail without a great deal on a set of knives, would it? I couldn't bring myself to let you down, so, for all of you who still need a set, this full set, including the wood block, is 80% off today only. This set has 4 out of 5 star reviews and is by a major brand name is knives, Hoffritz. It even includes the sharpener and the kitchen shears, all for under 40 bucks!
Hoffritz Signature Forged 8-Piece Knife Set with Block
Since it seems like 80% off is starting to be a trend in this dealmail, how about a really nice, glass lidded Calphalon sauce pan selling for 20 bucks instead of almost 100?! I saw this one this morning and knew everyone would be excited...Particularly with all the holiday preparations that are coming up...
Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 2-1/2-Quart Shallow Saucepan with Lid
And, if you really need a whole set of Calphalon and want to find it at a great price, how about 80% off of that as well? This is another of the Today Only deals in the today's dealmail, but check this out. It is a complete set of Calphalon Hard Anodized cookware (10 pieces!) including several non-stick omelet/saute pans, for under $100!!!! This really is an unbelievable deal. (I don't even want to tell you how much our set like this was that we got for our wedding!)
Calphalon Professional Hard-Anodized 10-Piece Cookware Set
Here's a sweet price on some of that vegetable shaped cookware/serveware from Le Creuset. Its not my thing, but I know that some people collect and love to serve with this stuff. SInce the holidays are coming up, I thought I'd include it since its such a great deal - (65% off!)
Le Creuset 2-Quart Tomato Casserole, Chili Red
So, now that you've bought all of this great cookware, a nice set of speakers, what's the only thing you're missing...? What about a nice scale? Come on...I know you see the connection...No? OK, well maybe you need the scale anyway and, if you do, there is a great deal on a really nice model by Tanita...This model is about 65% off and comes with preset memory to track the weight of up to 4 people... Seems like a great deal...particularly if you're not like me (who is married to someone who doesn't believe in these things...)
Tanita BF-555-LG Family Model Scale with Extra Large LCD Display
All right, all right, last housewares item...I swear! Some friends of ours have been looking for a rice cooker forever...Their's bit the dust after years of happy rice cooking and I've been on the lookout ever since for a replacement for them. Zojiruishi makes some of the best rice cookers out there and I was holding out until I found one of those on sale. Check out the Programmable 3 cup cooker on sale for today only at 50% off... These things are already pretty inexpensive on Amazon compared to elsewhere and another 50% off makes it exceptional. This one makes everything from hard rice to sushi rice and porridge. Additionally it can reheat previously cooked rice and hold it at temperature until you're ready to use it. Don't believe me? Check the reviews - a great machine...
Zojirushi NS-KCC05 Micom Programmable 3-Cup Rice Cooker & Warmer
All right, moving away from housewares, there is an incredible deal right now that is particularly hard to find given that we are getting into hiking and camping season. The awesome Leatherman Wave is on sale on amazon for almost half off. This set includes the leather sheath that hooks to your belt and is really a great deal at under 60 bucks (41% off!). I paid full price for mine 3 years ago and take it on every camping/hiking trip... Really a great tool that does almost anything you'd need...
Leatherman Wave with Deluxe Leather Belt Sheath
How about a great deal on an 802.11b wireless network card for your laptop. The D-Link networking card is on sale now for about 50% off after rebate. This is a great prce from a good brand name (although check the reviews if you run Linux, it seems like some folks can't get them to work well with that)
D-Link DWL-650 Wireless 802.11b PC Card
Since I know a few ladies who get this email and have asked me to keep an eye out for earrings at a good price, this one was one I couldn't pass up. 14K simple yellow gold hoop earrings for $12. Seriously! These are also for sale directly from Amazon.com retail, so they guarantee the quality. They also come in a nice gift box, so you can get some for yourself or to give to someone...Enjoy!
14k Yellow Gold Round Hoop Earrings
Since my wife and I just BBQd the other night for the first time this season, I was thinking of trying to find something BBQ related for everyone for the dealmail this week. Weber makes their own version of a grill cleaner which has great reviews and a fantastic price (far better than the cheapo one I have now from CostPlus...) If you're thinking about firing up your grill soon too, check out the good deal on this sucker at under 6 bucks (63% off!)
Weber 12" Grill Brush & Scraper
Finally, for those that are ready to splurge on a TV but don't want to pay retail for a great set, there is a really well reviewed, beautiful 55" projection widescreen HDTV ready TV by Apex on sale for almost 50% off after rebate. Apex is a really great up and coming name brand that is doing a great job of copying the bigger names on quality and look at a much lower price. This TV is a beautiful thing and I can think of no better way to watch the NCAA tournement that on this baby. Seriously folks, the reviews are great and the deal is even better. Splurge on this one and let me know so I can live vicariously through you!
Apex 55" Projection Widescreen HDTV-Ready TV
(3/22/04)Turns out that that this week is particularly great for deals on the site - Great for all my readers, that is, who know what they are! Don't forget folks, when I say its "Today Only", make sure you act fast... Lots of this stuff goes out of stock pretty quickly!
As most of you know, whenever possible, I try to start the dealmail off with a crazy, insane deal...This week is by far no exception. There is an absolutely unbelievable, almost 80% off, deal on a 4.5 star rated, complete 6 speaker surround sound system from KLH. I kid you not on this one folks - I don't know if its an overstock situation or what, but people really seem to like this and, at under 60 bucks for a system that started at almost $300, you can't go wrong!
KLH 6-Piece 100-Watt Home Theater Speaker System
Also, as always, it wouldn't be a dealmail without a great deal on a set of knives, would it? I couldn't bring myself to let you down, so, for all of you who still need a set, this full set, including the wood block, is 80% off today only. This set has 4 out of 5 star reviews and is by a major brand name is knives, Hoffritz. It even includes the sharpener and the kitchen shears, all for under 40 bucks!
Hoffritz Signature Forged 8-Piece Knife Set with Block
Since it seems like 80% off is starting to be a trend in this dealmail, how about a really nice, glass lidded Calphalon sauce pan selling for 20 bucks instead of almost 100?! I saw this one this morning and knew everyone would be excited...Particularly with all the holiday preparations that are coming up...
Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 2-1/2-Quart Shallow Saucepan with Lid
And, if you really need a whole set of Calphalon and want to find it at a great price, how about 80% off of that as well? This is another of the Today Only deals in the today's dealmail, but check this out. It is a complete set of Calphalon Hard Anodized cookware (10 pieces!) including several non-stick omelet/saute pans, for under $100!!!! This really is an unbelievable deal. (I don't even want to tell you how much our set like this was that we got for our wedding!)
Calphalon Professional Hard-Anodized 10-Piece Cookware Set
Here's a sweet price on some of that vegetable shaped cookware/serveware from Le Creuset. Its not my thing, but I know that some people collect and love to serve with this stuff. SInce the holidays are coming up, I thought I'd include it since its such a great deal - (65% off!)
Le Creuset 2-Quart Tomato Casserole, Chili Red
So, now that you've bought all of this great cookware, a nice set of speakers, what's the only thing you're missing...? What about a nice scale? Come on...I know you see the connection...No? OK, well maybe you need the scale anyway and, if you do, there is a great deal on a really nice model by Tanita...This model is about 65% off and comes with preset memory to track the weight of up to 4 people... Seems like a great deal...particularly if you're not like me (who is married to someone who doesn't believe in these things...)
Tanita BF-555-LG Family Model Scale with Extra Large LCD Display
All right, all right, last housewares item...I swear! Some friends of ours have been looking for a rice cooker forever...Their's bit the dust after years of happy rice cooking and I've been on the lookout ever since for a replacement for them. Zojiruishi makes some of the best rice cookers out there and I was holding out until I found one of those on sale. Check out the Programmable 3 cup cooker on sale for today only at 50% off... These things are already pretty inexpensive on Amazon compared to elsewhere and another 50% off makes it exceptional. This one makes everything from hard rice to sushi rice and porridge. Additionally it can reheat previously cooked rice and hold it at temperature until you're ready to use it. Don't believe me? Check the reviews - a great machine...
Zojirushi NS-KCC05 Micom Programmable 3-Cup Rice Cooker & Warmer
All right, moving away from housewares, there is an incredible deal right now that is particularly hard to find given that we are getting into hiking and camping season. The awesome Leatherman Wave is on sale on amazon for almost half off. This set includes the leather sheath that hooks to your belt and is really a great deal at under 60 bucks (41% off!). I paid full price for mine 3 years ago and take it on every camping/hiking trip... Really a great tool that does almost anything you'd need...
Leatherman Wave with Deluxe Leather Belt Sheath
How about a great deal on an 802.11b wireless network card for your laptop. The D-Link networking card is on sale now for about 50% off after rebate. This is a great prce from a good brand name (although check the reviews if you run Linux, it seems like some folks can't get them to work well with that)
D-Link DWL-650 Wireless 802.11b PC Card
Since I know a few ladies who get this email and have asked me to keep an eye out for earrings at a good price, this one was one I couldn't pass up. 14K simple yellow gold hoop earrings for $12. Seriously! These are also for sale directly from Amazon.com retail, so they guarantee the quality. They also come in a nice gift box, so you can get some for yourself or to give to someone...Enjoy!
14k Yellow Gold Round Hoop Earrings
Since my wife and I just BBQd the other night for the first time this season, I was thinking of trying to find something BBQ related for everyone for the dealmail this week. Weber makes their own version of a grill cleaner which has great reviews and a fantastic price (far better than the cheapo one I have now from CostPlus...) If you're thinking about firing up your grill soon too, check out the good deal on this sucker at under 6 bucks (63% off!)
Weber 12" Grill Brush & Scraper
Finally, for those that are ready to splurge on a TV but don't want to pay retail for a great set, there is a really well reviewed, beautiful 55" projection widescreen HDTV ready TV by Apex on sale for almost 50% off after rebate. Apex is a really great up and coming name brand that is doing a great job of copying the bigger names on quality and look at a much lower price. This TV is a beautiful thing and I can think of no better way to watch the NCAA tournement that on this baby. Seriously folks, the reviews are great and the deal is even better. Splurge on this one and let me know so I can live vicariously through you!
Apex 55" Projection Widescreen HDTV-Ready TV
Saturday, March 13, 2004
Friday's Deal Mail
Congratulations to all of you who got the Casio 4MP digital camera two weeks ago for about $200! I bought one too, used expedited shipping, and had it on my doorstep the next morning! We took it on vacation to Key West and it was incredible...I hope you were one of the 10 that got it before it went out of stock!
This week is a good week for deals, especially for the killer deal of the day -a serious candidate for "Get it while its hot!"
The big deal of the day this week is a small item, but always one of the most popular for deal mail readers, so I'll put it first. The Gillette Mach 3 Shaver cartridges are on sale again at a rediculous price...Seriously folks, if you ever buy these, you know how expensive they are. Get 'em here before they sell out!
Gillette MACH3 Shaving Cartridges (8 Cartridges)
Second item is also a fantastic deal for yourself or a friend. A really nice handcream gift set from Crabtree & Evelyn. This looks really nice and, with Mom's day not that far off, I highly recommend picking a few of these up now to give your favorite mom...(Actually, don't pick favorites with Moms...You're only asking for trouble, trust me...) So get one for all of them and, at more than half off, how can you go wrong?
Crabtree & Evelyn La Source Handcare Gift Set
Since Spring is hitting most folks right now with a vengeance, I thought I'd toss in a good deal going on right now on Claritin. Remember, as my partner Scott always says, "you're not an real allergy sufferer until you have a fishbowl of this stuff by the door!" Anyway, these are a great deal right now (I think about a third off, which is unheard of in the middle of allergy season.)
Claritin Allergy 24-Hour RediTabs, Non-Drowsy (20 Tablets)
As long as you have the claritin in hand and are ready to take on the outside again, there is a great price on Fiskar's hand pruners that I saw a little earlier this week... Since I knew I needed a new pair, I thought some other folks might as well. These are the really high quality kind that last a long time and coincedentally, happen to be 40% off last time I looked. Happy gardening!
Fiskars PowerGear Pruner
If there are any dealmail fans out there that have been waiting for a good deal on a home fryer, a really nice one is up on sale today only. Check out the T-Fal Magiclean Deep Fryer. It has great reviews and is on sale for almost 50% off right now.
T-Fal 62870 Magiclean Deep Fryer
Finally, my friend mentioned to me that a couple of folks have asked us to keep an eye out for some good deals on drills. He found these two for you all this week and they are both on great sale. The first is a complete Makita kit that comes with everything that you'd need to get started. At 44% off, it seems like you'll have a hard time finding a better beginner set.
Makita 9.6-Volt, 3/8" Cordless Drill/Driver Kit with Flashlight
The second drill is also a great deal, on a more advanced drill, made by Panasonic. Its also 44% off and comes with NiMH batteries for extended drill time (if you know what I mean...)
Panasonic 15.6-Volt,1/2" Cordless Hyperformance Drill with 2 NiMH Batteries
Congratulations to all of you who got the Casio 4MP digital camera two weeks ago for about $200! I bought one too, used expedited shipping, and had it on my doorstep the next morning! We took it on vacation to Key West and it was incredible...I hope you were one of the 10 that got it before it went out of stock!
This week is a good week for deals, especially for the killer deal of the day -a serious candidate for "Get it while its hot!"
The big deal of the day this week is a small item, but always one of the most popular for deal mail readers, so I'll put it first. The Gillette Mach 3 Shaver cartridges are on sale again at a rediculous price...Seriously folks, if you ever buy these, you know how expensive they are. Get 'em here before they sell out!
Gillette MACH3 Shaving Cartridges (8 Cartridges)
Second item is also a fantastic deal for yourself or a friend. A really nice handcream gift set from Crabtree & Evelyn. This looks really nice and, with Mom's day not that far off, I highly recommend picking a few of these up now to give your favorite mom...(Actually, don't pick favorites with Moms...You're only asking for trouble, trust me...) So get one for all of them and, at more than half off, how can you go wrong?
Crabtree & Evelyn La Source Handcare Gift Set
Since Spring is hitting most folks right now with a vengeance, I thought I'd toss in a good deal going on right now on Claritin. Remember, as my partner Scott always says, "you're not an real allergy sufferer until you have a fishbowl of this stuff by the door!" Anyway, these are a great deal right now (I think about a third off, which is unheard of in the middle of allergy season.)
Claritin Allergy 24-Hour RediTabs, Non-Drowsy (20 Tablets)
As long as you have the claritin in hand and are ready to take on the outside again, there is a great price on Fiskar's hand pruners that I saw a little earlier this week... Since I knew I needed a new pair, I thought some other folks might as well. These are the really high quality kind that last a long time and coincedentally, happen to be 40% off last time I looked. Happy gardening!
Fiskars PowerGear Pruner
If there are any dealmail fans out there that have been waiting for a good deal on a home fryer, a really nice one is up on sale today only. Check out the T-Fal Magiclean Deep Fryer. It has great reviews and is on sale for almost 50% off right now.
T-Fal 62870 Magiclean Deep Fryer
Finally, my friend mentioned to me that a couple of folks have asked us to keep an eye out for some good deals on drills. He found these two for you all this week and they are both on great sale. The first is a complete Makita kit that comes with everything that you'd need to get started. At 44% off, it seems like you'll have a hard time finding a better beginner set.
Makita 9.6-Volt, 3/8" Cordless Drill/Driver Kit with Flashlight
The second drill is also a great deal, on a more advanced drill, made by Panasonic. Its also 44% off and comes with NiMH batteries for extended drill time (if you know what I mean...)
Panasonic 15.6-Volt,1/2" Cordless Hyperformance Drill with 2 NiMH Batteries
Monday, March 01, 2004
Friday's Deal Mail!
The deal of the week is incredible deal on a 5 piece stainless steel Cuisinart cookware set. This set is really beautiful and comes complete with 3 pots/pans and two lids. A really nice set at an unbelievable 75% off! Read the reviews - Outside of the great reviews about the product, there are all kinds of complaints about folks being charged more for this everywhere else!
Cuisinart 5-Piece Everyday Stainless-Steel Cookware Set
In my experience, hard-anodized is better than stainless. Stainless gets scratched up quickly and is hard to keep looking great. It also sticks more than hard-anodized.
If you want one more pot to fill out the set in the #1 deal, check out the great price today only on the Calphalon 10" nonstick pan. It has a clear glass lid, which is great for cooking soups/stews and making sure they are simmering when they need to do that. Check it out at 65% off!
Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 10-Inch Everyday Pan
Here is an incredible deal on a complete JigSaw kit (you can use this for an amazing number of projects around your house..everything from taking out a window to opening a precise hole in your drywall...) This sweet kit from Bosch has a 4.5 rating with 55 people saying its a fantastic piece of hardware. Best of all? Its almost 60% off
Bosch Top-Handle Jigsaw Kit with 2 Free Work Piece Clamps
If you're shopping for shop tools, don't miss last week's "Cordless tools" post for more information.
Folks always tell me they love when I feature great deals on phones (hey, who doesn't need another, right?) Check out the sweet price (under 15 bucks) on the VTech 900MHz cordless phone with 10 number speed dial. Seems like a great no-frills deal that would be hard to go wrong with.
VTECH 9113 900MHz Cordless Telephone
My wife and I were just thinking about all of the visitors we have coming this Spring. Between normal visitors, Easter, and Passover, everyone's trying to find a way to make more room. If you need a spare bed, there's a great deal on the self-inflating aerobed (full size). These are great to have around (we have a queen one and its amazingly comfortable,) and they fold up really small for storage. Much better than a hide-a-bed since you can actually sleep on them without feeling like you're laying on some strange torture contraption...Check it out at almost 30% off! (and about $500 less than a sofa-bed)
AeroBed Full Size Inflatable Bed
If you do end up needing to plan for more folks coming over, it never hurts to have extra sheets as well. There is a great deal on Wamsutta 300-thread count cotton sheets right now where they are about 75% off. I'm pretty sure it is only certain colors, but check out my link here to the Queen set (they are also on sale in twin and full.) At fifteen bucks, it hardly seems like it would even be a decision as to whether to pick a few of these up...
Wamsutta 300-Thread Count Pima Cotton Sateen Flat Sheet, Queen (Raven)
Finally, if you've been thinking about trying out sewing or already do, but have a dying old sewing machine, there is a great deal today only on a nice little model by Singer. People really seem to like this one and it has 46 different stitches and tons reviews saying it is great for beginners. Its also rare to find them at 60% off (I think someone in planning must have figured that people were starting to get outdoors now that Spring is coming and they better move the sewing machines out!)
Singer 6038 46 Stitch Function Sewing Machine
The deal of the week is incredible deal on a 5 piece stainless steel Cuisinart cookware set. This set is really beautiful and comes complete with 3 pots/pans and two lids. A really nice set at an unbelievable 75% off! Read the reviews - Outside of the great reviews about the product, there are all kinds of complaints about folks being charged more for this everywhere else!
Cuisinart 5-Piece Everyday Stainless-Steel Cookware Set
In my experience, hard-anodized is better than stainless. Stainless gets scratched up quickly and is hard to keep looking great. It also sticks more than hard-anodized.
If you want one more pot to fill out the set in the #1 deal, check out the great price today only on the Calphalon 10" nonstick pan. It has a clear glass lid, which is great for cooking soups/stews and making sure they are simmering when they need to do that. Check it out at 65% off!
Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 10-Inch Everyday Pan
Here is an incredible deal on a complete JigSaw kit (you can use this for an amazing number of projects around your house..everything from taking out a window to opening a precise hole in your drywall...) This sweet kit from Bosch has a 4.5 rating with 55 people saying its a fantastic piece of hardware. Best of all? Its almost 60% off
Bosch Top-Handle Jigsaw Kit with 2 Free Work Piece Clamps
If you're shopping for shop tools, don't miss last week's "Cordless tools" post for more information.
Folks always tell me they love when I feature great deals on phones (hey, who doesn't need another, right?) Check out the sweet price (under 15 bucks) on the VTech 900MHz cordless phone with 10 number speed dial. Seems like a great no-frills deal that would be hard to go wrong with.
VTECH 9113 900MHz Cordless Telephone
My wife and I were just thinking about all of the visitors we have coming this Spring. Between normal visitors, Easter, and Passover, everyone's trying to find a way to make more room. If you need a spare bed, there's a great deal on the self-inflating aerobed (full size). These are great to have around (we have a queen one and its amazingly comfortable,) and they fold up really small for storage. Much better than a hide-a-bed since you can actually sleep on them without feeling like you're laying on some strange torture contraption...Check it out at almost 30% off! (and about $500 less than a sofa-bed)
AeroBed Full Size Inflatable Bed
If you do end up needing to plan for more folks coming over, it never hurts to have extra sheets as well. There is a great deal on Wamsutta 300-thread count cotton sheets right now where they are about 75% off. I'm pretty sure it is only certain colors, but check out my link here to the Queen set (they are also on sale in twin and full.) At fifteen bucks, it hardly seems like it would even be a decision as to whether to pick a few of these up...
Wamsutta 300-Thread Count Pima Cotton Sateen Flat Sheet, Queen (Raven)
Finally, if you've been thinking about trying out sewing or already do, but have a dying old sewing machine, there is a great deal today only on a nice little model by Singer. People really seem to like this one and it has 46 different stitches and tons reviews saying it is great for beginners. Its also rare to find them at 60% off (I think someone in planning must have figured that people were starting to get outdoors now that Spring is coming and they better move the sewing machines out!)
Singer 6038 46 Stitch Function Sewing Machine
