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October 27, 2006

Writing on the Wall

Is your stack of to-do lists spiraling out of control? Why not organize it on the wall, where you can no longer ignore the tasks at hand? I've tracked down some of the best good old-fashioned corkboards and modern magnet boards around:


My favorite spot for off-the-wall selections is ContainerStore.com. Search for "board" and you'll find half marker boards/half corkboards, the colorful Flower Power and Swirl Notice Board corkboards and the stunning Translations Magnet Board (made from real Japanese newspapers and magazines), among many, many other choices. And as if the sheer breadth of options wasn't enough, you'll earn a 3% rebate from ConsumerClub.com on all your organizational purchases here.


Are your kids having trouble juggling homework, chores and life in general? Shop PotteryBarnKids.com for the Stanton magnetic dry-erase board, as well as a magnetic chalkboard and a larger brushed metal magnet board for their room(s).


You can also find a wide selection of corkboards in different shapes, sizes, colors and styles at OfficeMax.com, OfficeDepot.com and Staples.com. Note to self: All three sites will earn you a 2% rebate from ConsumerClub.com.


Finally, the modern Umbra.com offers both the sleek, dark gray Bullet Board, which works with both magnets and pushpins, as well as the extremely cool, clear dry-erase Swipe Board, which is made of bent acrylic. Happy organizing.


October 20, 2006

Newborn Necessities

So you've got a baby on the way. Maybe a close friend does. Or you're thinking about considering maybe someday having a family. Perhaps. As you might imagine, there are plenty of websites that have just what baby needs. And there's nothing more fun than shopping for the pint-sized people you're welcoming into your life.


Start with something extra-special to keep baby's feet warm: The delightful array of Trumpette brand socks on BabyUniverse.com. You'll find socks that look like mary janes and ballet slippers, as well as more unisex socks in stripes, polka-dots and solid colors. This is, of course, about .001% of what BabyUniverse.com has to offer, not to mention the 4% rebate you can get from ConsumerClub.com.


Most new parents know about all the important baby essentials they can find at BabiesRus.com. But did you know you can earn a 4% rebate from ConsumerClub.com on all your purchases there? Whether you're buying diapers for your kiddo or shower gifts for someone else's, the latest, greatest affordable baby stuff can be found here — including new fall clothing styles for babies and toddlers.


You've got to decorate that nursery sooner or later. And there's no better place to dress it up than PoshTots.com. From bunnies to baseball, find thematic decor to fit any color scheme or style on this high-end site. Your 2% rebate from ConsumerClub.com will come in handy when the kids get a bit older and want one of the site's "unforgettable" playhouses.


Still expanding into your maternity clothes? Nesting in the nursery as well? Find what you and baby both need at BabyStyle.com. Right you can also get an extra 20% off anything in the BabyStyle Outlet. Some items are already marked down to 70% off! Use coupon code OUTLET20 for your discount on some of the world's cutest clothing, accessories, furniture and more.


October 13, 2006

Fall Home Fragrances

Are your island-themed candles and peony potpourri suddenly feeling out of season? It's time to trade in honeydew and mango scents for some richer, spicier aromas. Here are some of the best-smelling, reasonably priced fragrant candles out there:


The soy wax-based candles on PacificaCandles.com will take your nose on a virtual world tour. Select the "Spices" category and choose from Mexican Cocoa, Indian Chai, Zanzibar Cinnamon Almond and, now on sale for 20% off, the Cardamom-infused Marrakech Spice. There are dozens of other exquisite scents fit for fall here as well.


CandleBay.com has candles in all shapes and sizes, from pillars, jars and tins to tiny wine glasses filled with wax. When it comes to everyone's favorite cool-weather fragrances, though, the Cafe Aroma 6-Piece Tea Light Set line takes the coffee cake with aromas of caramel cream, cinnamon nut, French vanilla, cappuccino, mocha and espresso. Your 8% rebate from ConsumerClub.com is just icing.


Can't wait for Thanksgiving to whip up some pumpkin pie? Go to BathandBodyWorks.com for Pumpkin-scented candles. Another perfect version of autumn in a jar? The Autumn Fig fragrance at ColonialCandle.com, where you'll earn a 5% rebate from ConsumerClub.com.


Would you rather browse a variety of brands at once? Go straight to ScentsandSprays.com for Votivo's powerful Red Currant and Gingersnap candles, Ergo's Kashmir Saffron and Vanilla Nutmeg scents and Illume's mini tins in Roasting Chestnuts and Orange Cranberry fragrances.