Bamboo Flatware For A Steal

As you may remember from this post, I have dark brown bamboo flatware that I bring out for special occasions. I just got an e-mail today that Neiman Marcus is offering 25% off select home items, and these bamboo flatware sets are on sale!! They come in 20 piece sets (4 place settings), so for 12 people/place settings, the light bamboo ones are $56.25 total and the darker brown bamboo ones are $78.75. That's less than a pair of shoes for a way to really spruce up your dining table for special occasions! Just wanted to pass on a good deal, or maybe good gift idea for Mother's Day!

Vintage Finds 8.3.2011 - SALE

Today is the BIG SALE! I have cleaned out my closet of some of my favorite vintage pieces, and they are all for sale here! I will also be adding new pieces through the weekend, so check back for some more great clothes and jewelry!

All items are $5, $10, $15, or $20, and have $5 shipping to anywhere in the United States. I also combine shipping on multiple items. Hope you find a piece you can't live without!

Sale Tomorrow!

Check in tomorrow for the Vintage Sale. You won't want to miss some of these great items at a steal, from my closet to yours!

Vintage Finds 7.27.2011

Just another reminder about the VINTAGE SALE next Wednesday, August 3, as part of the Vintage Finds series. You won't want to miss all the goodies I have in store!

Vintage Finds 7.20.2011 - SALE!

In an attempt to streamline my house (and closet), I have decided to get rid of some vintage treasures, jewelry and clothing that I have collected for a long time. These will all be for sale through my shop in Etsy  in two weeks during my Wednesday Vintage Finds, August 3.

ALL items will be $5-15, with $5 shipping anywhere in the US, and I will combine shipping on multiple items. Save the date!

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Two Of My Favorite Words...

DISCOUNT WINE.

As most of you have seen, there have been online retailers popping up weekly selling designer goods at deeply discounted prices. It was only a matter of time until the wine world caught on.

The Winery Insider features new wines every 24-72 hours, and what I like most about them is that they offer 3 reasonable price points. This week they offer a 2006 Rubicon Estate Captain's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon for $29 (usually $48), a 2004 Chateau Bolaire Bordeaux for $12.99 (usually $25), and a 2008 Schug Sauvignon Blanc for $9.99 (usually $19). For each wine they also give you a review, tasting notes, and information about the winery itself. While the shipping is a little high for a single bottle or two, buy a case (12 wines- they can be mixed!) and get the entire case shipped to your door for just $10! A great deal for your next party or event.

Click here to sign up for e-mails and offerings from the Winery Insider.

The Hostess Eats Out!

Have you ever had a friend come into town and want catch up over dinner? You think quickly about how messy your house is from leaving in a hurry this morning, and how the only things in your fridge are leftovers, because you were planning on going to the grocery store tonight after work. Most of the time you are the Hostess with the mostest - but not today. Eek!

Well to save time and face, you have to GO OUT TO EAT. Where you ask? There are great websites designed to help you narrow down your choices in a flash. The first is a website called Open Table. Open Table brings up some of the best restaurants in you area that take reservations. From your desk at work, you can make reservations for a number of people at a specific time, and it will send you a confirmation via e-mail. It also rates the restaurants based on user reviews, including Best Service, Special Occasion, Best Ambiance, or most Notable Wine List (my fave), if you are having trouble deciding. You can still look like the Hostess with the mostess when you meet your friend at the packed restaurant, and they not only have your reservation, but your table is waiting.

Another fabulous website is Restaurant.com. They offer gift certificates to local restaurants for a discounted fee. So for example, you are going to the new Italian hot spot, go to Restaurant.com for a gift certificate worth $25 for only $10. Before you purchase, they tell you the minimums that must be spent when using the certificate... for example, most $25 certificates are valid on a check of $35 or more (excluding alcohol). They e-mail you the certificate within minutes of purchasing it online, so you can print it and use it the same day (or hour!).

What is great is that they often offer specials of 80% off the price of their certificates, and TODAY if you use the promo code BITE, you can get a $25 certificate for $2. That's a savings of $23!!! So if you do the math right, on a $35 check, you will only pay $2 (for $25 certificate) and $10 for the difference.... a meal for two people worth $35, all for $12!!!

You can still be the savvy Hostess, even when eating out. It just takes 5 minutes on your computer, and you will have reservations and savings at your fingertips. And your friend never has to know your secret!

Angela Adams

Angela Adams puts the fun back into decorating and entertaining. With her mod designs and great pieces, you can add small or large pieces of her collection into any style home. I love her trays, coasters, and wine totes made from recycled sails. Any of these would also make wonderful hostess gifts too (hint, hint!).
And since I am a Daily Candy reader, I am sharing my 30% off promo with you! Just type in the word CANDY to get your discount. Go here for all the goods: www.angelaadams.com