Today I went to Ikea for the very first time. If I had the time (and the disposable income), I would go back tomorrow and possibly the day after that. Ikea is like Bed Bath and Beyond and Linens & Things but on steroids and with lower prices. Even if you have not been to Ikea, it is highly likely that you have seen one of the catalogues or browsed the website. Maybe it's my "first foray flush", but I can tell you that neither medium holds a candle to the experience of shopping in the store itself.
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by Erin Steiner April 24th, 2008 | Home ShoppingBuying an Engagement Ring – Part 1
by TK April 18th, 2008 | JewelryTo help my fellow overwhelmed men, I am going to do a six part series (with this being Part 1) on the key aspects of making the correct ring purchase. The next five parts are:
- Style - You Mean Rings Come In Styles?
- Shape - All Diamonds Aren't Diamond Shaped?
- Setting - There is More To
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
by Melissa April 16th, 2008 | Gift Ideas, HolidaysMother’s Day is coming up on May 11th. With a little thought and creativity, you can show mom how much you care--without breaking the bank. Take some time and really think about the mother in your life; it can be your mother, stepmother, grandmother, or the mother of your children. What are her interests and hobbies? What is important to her? What makes her feel special? Get out a piece of paper and a pencil, and write down all your thoughts to those questions and let the creative
Don’t Shun the Coats Just Yet…
by Erin Steiner April 12th, 2008 | Fashion GuideWith spring arriving (slowly but surely), you can't walk through a clothing store without being bombarded with bathing suits, summer dresses, and short sleeves. This is great new. For the bargain shopper, it means that the winter clothing is finally on sale! Spring is to winter clothing as November first is to Halloween candy.
While the fashion savvy among you are probably thinking, "But how can I shop for next winter when I don't know what will be in style?" It's simple: aim for the basics!
Every winter there are a few items of clothing that everybody needs
What Is Your Favorite Grocery Store?
by Michele April 6th, 2008 | Food & BeveragesFor others, purchasing groceries is a multi-hour excursion. Stop at Store A to get produce because they have the freshest fruits and veggies. Go to Store B, as they are having a special on cereal this week. End at Store B, which though it's the farthest from your house, it has a great deli.
I don't fall into either of those categories. I shop at







