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Are these not the cutest?

Crabby Organic

Squirmy Organic

Brilliant Organic

These baby onesies…or one-”seas” are made from 100% organic unbleached cotton. Obviously, the designs represent sea creatures and elements since part of the sales for these will go to The Ocean Project, which is a global organization dedicated to educating the public on ways to conserve and protect marine life.

Each item costs about $24.00.

You can purchase these and a few more designs at this site. A wholesale purchase is also possible.

Here’s another one — the Happy Clam:

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Fashion retailer Topshop is holding a sale online, particularly with their Kate Moss apparel…

Rose Puffball Dress Appliqued Rose dress with bead trim and puffball hem 100% Polyester. Machine washable. Colour:    NAVY BLUE Price UK:    Was£80.00 - Now£50.00 Price US: Was $160.00 Now $100.00	Apple Ruffle Dress Apple printed tea dress with ruffle hem 100% Viscose. Machine washable. Colour: OLIVE Price UK: Was£60.00 - Now£35.00 Price US: Was $125.00 Now $70.00
Knitted Ritz Stitchy Wrap Knitted ritz chunky knit wrap 70% Acrylic,15% Angora,15% Nylon. Machine washable. Colour: PETROL Price UK: Was£50.00 - Now£25.00 Price US: Was $100.00 Now $50.00	Knitted Sparkle Polo Top Knitted short sleeve sparkle polo top with pintucks and front buttons. Colour:    Peach Price UK:    Was£22.00 - Now£10.00 Price US: Was $44.00 Now $20.00
MELANIE Satin Band Pump Flat ballet pump with satin band 100% Leather. Do not wash. Colour:    Black Price UK:    Was£25.00 - Now£15.00	HANNA Chiffon Jewel Sandal Chiffon tie sandal with jewel detail. 50% Leather,50% TEXTILE. Do not wash. Colour: Off White Price US: Was$40.00 - Now$25.00

Are you ready for Halloween celebration? It’s only days away. Have you had time to whip up a costume yet? Here are great suggestions we’ve found all over the internet —

• Budget 101 has a long list ranging from Angels to Villains.
• Family Fun even has more. Their list is very extensive!
• The Frugal Dad has some fun ideas too…and best of all, these are budget ideas. So much better, right?
• Zedomax offer some do it your self costume suggestions.
• More frugal costume ideas from Simplitudes.
• Cool costume ideas for babies, teens, couples and adults
• Going as a couple or pair? Here is a budget costume idea for two from Budget Fashionista.
• Family Crafts on About.Com has some reader shared Halloween costume ideas.
• And well, don’t forgot about decorating your home, too. The TrendHunter lists down 23 home decorations for Halloween.
• If you want to do last minute shopping since you don’t have the time to do your own costumes, check SortPrice. The store should have what you need even at the last minute.

Found this over at Etsy, via Laura Skelton’s PrixPrix shop

This is actually a necktie, yup the very same ones your dads, husbands or boyfriend wears. Laura Skelton has reinvented this and made them into pearl necklaces. And they look even better because neckties come in all colors and designs. It’s a really very stylish look for only $20.00!

Check for Laura’s other design on her Etsy site.

To make this outfit even more affordable and gear up for this holiday shopping season, AZJeans has just released a discount keycode offering early shoppers a special discount with the discount keycode below.

Get $10 off $50 or $15 off $75 all sale, regular & clearance priced items at azjeans.com using keycode: DWMBMS

Thanks to Margot for this.

I know what you’re doing this weekend…you’re going to shop online and take advantage of these sale prices that many stores are having!

First stop, Macy’s Birthday Sale! The company is celebrating 150 successful years by having 10%-50% off. The sale includes free shipping for purchases above $99. (Use promo code 150BDAY in your shopping bag).  The store officially celebrated its birthday Oct 18th. If you shop in store, you can avail of an additional 20% discount, provided you print the coupon found on their website.

Next stop, JC Penney, which is holding its Fall SeasonSale. Save on various home items (30%-60% off), or jackets and wardrobe for winter (20%-50% off).  Don’t forget to take note of the codes for the free shipping option for purchases above $99.

Kohl’s is offering 40%-55% off on sweaters, flees and other winter garments, and 40%-60% off on sleepwear. Free shipping is available for purchases over $75.00. The sale is good until October 27th.

Old Navy’s clearance sale go fo up to 70% off. They have a special section of clothes of Women in Plus Sizes, an internet exclusive. It’s definitely time to take advantage of the price mark downs.

Kitson is a celebrity shopping site located in Los Angeles and the store is currently offering 70% off on a few web exclusives. The shop has plenty of trendy clothes and accessories. It’s a favorite among stars.

Just check out what some of the things you can buy from their current sale —

Originally $95.00, this sweater is made of cotton and cashmere and is now going for only $29.00.	The popular Beatles shirt is on sale for $12.00, from $38.00. The image on the shirt is of a felt material.
This Michael Kors Jessie Triangle Sandal retailed for $115. Now? It’s $34.50, what a steal! It also comes in purple/green.	This Tila March canvas handbag has metallic leather trims and was too steep at $495.00. It’s now down to $149.50

There are plenty more of these wonderful items. Take advantage of the sale now at Kitson’s.

Have you made preparations for Halloween yet? You’ve got at least a week to prepare! I’ve got two options: Buy or Bake —

BUY — order, ship and serve!

	The Giant Halloween Caramel Apple Under $23.00 Where to get it: William Sonoma This is a Williams Sonoma Online Exclusive. Candymakers double-dip the apple in handmade caramel that’s been simmered in copper kettles to rich, buttery creaminess. The apple is blanketed with a thick layer of premium dark chocolate, coated with roasted California almonds and finished with a drizzle of dark and orange-tinted white chocolate. Apple keeps 2 weeks refrigerated, unopened.
	Halloween Milk Choco Pretzels from Godiva Price: $5.00 Where to get it: Godiva This is an online exclusive. A spooky twist on the crispy classic. Bewitchingly salty and sweet and presented in our exclusive, eerily adorable gift box, it’s the chocolate treat to give. Contains about 25 pieces of milk chocolate covered mini pretzels with orange stringing.
	Mrs. Beasley’s Halloween Cookies Halloween Tower Price: $35.00 Where to get it: Mrs. Beasley Eye-catching and affordable Jack-o-lantern tower provides plenty of delicious treats for Halloween visitors. Largest box is filled with 25 of our crunchy chocolate chip mini-cookies. Middle box contains four of our decadent Chocolate Truffle Cookies and the top tier contains a generous portion of Candy corn.

BAKE — just buy the ingredients and spend your time baking these delicious Halloween treats!

• Halloween Choco Peanut Butter Cookies
• Two Easy Halloween Cookie Recipes
• Chocolate Mint Bones
• Halloween Puzzle Cookies
• Halloween Treats for Grown Ups
• Fingers and Toes Goodies
• Three Halloween Recipe Treats
• Martha Stewarts Pumpkin Spice Cookies
• Halloween Food - “Intestines with Subcutaneous Fat covered in Arterial Plaque and Bile”

Check the Halloween Party Box or Halloween Trick and Treat (Hersheys) for more great ideas!

Urban Outfitters is having their first big sale this fall season and it starts today. For both online and on site shopping, avail of big discounts in men and women clothing, shoes, furniture and a whole lot more… Some items are exclusive “online only” marked down.

Here are just some of what’s in store —-

Apple Pear Cafe Curtain And Valance $12.00-$19.99	Sweet and petite, café curtains add privacy without sacrificing sunlight! Delicate cotton panels, printed with a colorful Apple and Pear pattern. Finished with a tunnel loop at the top, with playful pom pom fringe and ric ric detailing. Choose Curtain Panel Set or matching Valance, each sold separately. Exclusive to Urban Outfitters. Imported. Hand wash. * Curtains: 1 panel - 24″l, 28″w * Valance: 14″l, 49″w * Cotton * Web exclusive
Iron Work Wall Mirror $29.99	Take some time to reflect! Inspired by Hollywood Regency style, this Iron Works Wall Mirror adds arboreal whimsy to the classic mid-century burst mirror. Adds depth and interest to any room. Imported. Wipe clean. * 24″ diameter * Metal, glass * Shipping charge: $6.50
Pleated Bow Clutch $29.99	Sleek clutch purse with a pleated bow detail at the front. Snap closure with a fully lined interior with a zippered pocket inside. Finished with a removable shoulder strap. Exclusive to Urban Outfitters. Imported. Spot clean. * 12″l, 1.5″w, 7″h; 23″l strap * PVC
Betsey Johnson Washed Denim Mini Dress - Online Only! $199.99 (from $295.00)	Betsey kills it again with this denim mini dress. Cut short with a v-neck trimmed with a buttoned placket. Zippered from the banded waist down and curved at hem. Topped with contrast stitching and pleating at the cap sleeves, hips and back. Made in the USA. Machine wash. *Shirtdress silhouette *Mini length *Button closure *Fits true to size *Cotton, elastic *Web exclusive

I love products by Johnson and Johnson. I think a lot of us grew up with it. Even as I don’t have a baby to take care of now, I still use a lot of their products.

These days, having a baby is quite an expensive idea what with baby items doubling or tripling up the expense account. It’s a good thing Johnson’s offer a lot of printable coupons on their website.

You can check them out here.

At the right side corner, you’ll find a lot of printable coupons you can use at the grocery. Many of them expire by the year end, so you can save a lot for the next couple of months.

From baby wash, to baby oil, to shampoos and moisture creams, you can even use these coupons at discount stores, which saves you a lot more.

Explore the site further, they might be giving away free samples and you can save on those, too!

The holiday festivities, the Christmas air is almost here…you can already smell it. It’s best to prepare greetings card for Christmas this early. That is, if you’re still a believer of handwritten notes and the snail mail. (Because as you know, people would rather email their messages these days).

Preparing greeting cards early sounds just about right. Take into account the days or weeks greeting cards need to be sent out all over the world from the post office, you really should stack up and start sending them now. I once received a greeting card sent by a friend from Down Under and it took over a month to get to me.

But before you do, check out Hallmark’s best deals on greeting cards first and save on your spendings. Celebrate the season, but celebrate it practically.

Keep your household clean and green with this GreenLemonaide Gift Basket. It is packed with a number of eco-friendly cleaning tools and cost saving items, including the following:

• an energy efficient power strip
• a tire pressure gauge
• a faucet aerator
• compact fluorescent light bulbs

It’s not just about cleaning using safe and products from chemical-free materials. It is also about using and conserving energy.

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Katie Holmes was photagraphed wearing this polka-dotted blouse the other day. In my visit to the malls lately, I see polka dots on the merchandise. Is it back in style?

Here are a few dotted finds you might love —

	Perfect for a professional look, this Layered Polka Dot Blouse features an under layer with polka dot print, covered button down front, and cuffed puff sleeves; the over layer features a satin fabric, deep scoop neck, piping trim, covered button down front, and a waist belt with buckle. Size medium has a shoulder-to-bottom hem length of 23″. Machine washable. Shirt: 79% Cotton/21% Silk, Vest: 96% Polyester/4% Spandex | Country Of Origin : Imported Price: $26.99 at Charlotte Russe
	# Color: Black / White # Polka dot printed crinkled silk chiffon # Square neck with flutter trim straps # Solid banding at bust and bodice # Elasticized banding at back neck # Fully lined in sateen # Loose, contemporary fit # Shell: 100% Silk; Trim: 52% Cotton / 48% Silk; Lining: 100% Polyester; Dry Clean; U.S.A Price: $84.00 at BlueFly
	Constructed with soft and breathable canvas, the upper is trimmed in patent leather and accented with a matching bow on the vamp. The padded insole gently cushions each step, while the lightweight leather sole provides flexibility and long, durable wear. Canvas and leather upper Leather sole Heel measures approximately 1″ Padded insole Made in Italy Price: $159.92 at Endless
	Brighten your steps with this polka-dot clad flat from Type Z. Leather upper. Square buckle ornamentation on the toe. Leather sole with non-slip rubber forefront. Flat heel. 6.00 oz. Price: $89.10 at Zappos
	Bucket-Shape Sporty Casual Tote Polyester Plum, Polka-Dot Pattern Magnetic Closure, Double Handles Spot Treat Dimensions: 11×14.4×2.5 ” Price: $17.99 at Target
	Easily Merge Function and Fashion with this Casual Messenger Bag Cotton, Nylon Lining Black, Polka-Dot Pattern Features 2 Slit Pockets, Zip Pouch, 2 Zip Pockets Flap Closure, Adjustable Straps Wipe Clean with Damp Cloth Price: $8.99 at Target
	Prewashed, preshrunk printed cotton with a swingy babydoll shape and a charming polka-dot print. Scoopneck. Pintuck detail in front and back. Import. Machine wash. Price: $16.99 at CrewCut

No matter what your politics is, women everywhere agree on one thing about Sarah Palin — the woman wears lovely shoes! Where can you get it? Where is this red sexy peep toe available?

From High Heels

We sold our Governor a pair of red Double Dare Naughty Monkey shoes a couple of weeks ago. She just wore those shoes as John McCain announced Governor Sarah Palin from Alaska as his vice president running mate. Although not everyone agrees with her politics, everyone can agree that she wears “sexy shoes.”

Sydney Mitchell
Shoefly Inc.
DBA: Shoefly + Hudsons
109 Seward Street
Juneau, AK 99801

Naughty Monkey Women’s Double Dare Pump

Challenge anyone to upstage your fashionista flair in the delicious Double Dare dress pumps from Naughty Monkey. Patent leather upper in a dress pump style with a round peep toe. Shiny metal buckles and grommets at vamp for lovely accent. Rivets at top of collar, fine stitching detail at toe and collar. Smooth leather lining, lightly cushioned insole, dress style midsole, smooth outsole features heart-shaped logo rubber island for traction and style. 4 1/4 inch heel.

Price: $82.00 - $89.99
Where to get it: Amazon or at Endless

The red shoes is unfortunately out of stock. But if you’re looking for this style at a lesser price range? Check Target’s line then:

Women’s Mossimo® Danae Buckle Pumps - Red

• Create Instant Drama with these Chic Pumps
• Featured in Dramatic Red
• Vinyl Upper with Vinyl Outsoles and Fabric Lining
• 3.5″ High Heel
• Features Goldtone Buckle, Slip On Styling with Flirty Peep Toe
• Contrasting Stitching

Price: $26.99
Where to get it: Target

Birds and bird print are apparently in season. Personally, I’m not fond of birds so this is going to be a trend I’d have to pass on. For those of you who are into in though, check these bird-themed finds…

Pretty Little Thing Painted Bird Pendant Imported from the Philippines, these darling hand carved and painted wood pendants with bird motifs are perfect for lightening up your summer look. Choose from oval pendant or round pendant. Price: $53 Where to get it: Ravinstyle	Bird & Bead Necklace Antique finish bird pendant paired with a translucent faceted bead. Strung on a petite cable chain w/lobster clasp closure - 0.25” bead - 0.75” bird x 16” chain - Imported Price: $3.80 Where to get it: Forever21
Bird Tattoo Tee Go casual in this Bird Tattoo Tee featuring cap sleeves, crew neck, birds with a tattoo design graphic print, and metallic foil accents. Size medium has a shoulder-to-bottom hem length of 26″. Machine washable. Price: $10.00 Where to get it: CharlotteRusse	Heavy Rotation Bird V Neck This deep-v neck tee is printed around the neckline and finished with a tweeting bird graphic. Exclusive to Urban Outfitters. Made in the USA. Machine wash. *Medium/Regular fit *26.25″l from shoulder to hem *Fits true to size *Cotton Price: $14.99 Where to get it: Urban Outfitters
Voom Love Bird Dress 100% Silk Fully lined, black silk with bronze bird burnouts. A perfect dress for any occasion! Price: $119 Where to get it: Harmony Lane	Paul & Joe Sister Miniroi tunic dress Multicolored silk bird print tunic dress with a slash neckline. Paul & Joe Sister tunic dress has wide short sleeves. 100% silk. Dry clean only. French sizing. This style runs true to size. Price: $235 Where to get it: Net a Porter
Tory Burch Love Bird Tote Canvas tote with contrast patent lovebird appliqué and lettering at front and patent trim throughout. Gold hardware. Screw detail at double handles. Interior features 7″ zipper pocket. 15″H x 15′L x 3″D. 6″ strap drop. Imported. Price: $175 Where to get it: Shebop	Xhilaration® Birds on Shore Graphic Tote Bag • Casual Casual Tote • Canvas • Black, Orange, White • Snap Closure, Double Handles • Spot Treat • Dimensions: 15.5″ X 16″ ” Price: $9.99 Where to get it: Target