Decor on a Budget

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Redecorating your place, sprucing up your home, or moving are such expensive endeavors. Giving your place a new look could mean a few new pieces of a complete overhaul. A wardrobe can be updated on a pretty small budget thanks to Cash Back and great sales. Furniture and decor requires a bit more thought and money. After over a year in our apartment it almost seems like we are done filling it with the right furniture, art, and storage. Luckily Ebates has a lot of budget-friendly stores. Great deals+Cash Back has become our home decor mantra. Here are our five favorite store for decor and furniture that won’t break the bank:

Amazon’s MYHABIT

MYHABIT

While MYHABIT might be know for discounts on designer clothes and accessories, their Home and Decor section is chock full of great deals. We snagged some very soft sheets. We found 800+ thread count for the price of 300+ thread count sheets. They are a great value and they ship for free! Their linen offerings are excellent, but they also regularly have sales on kitchen tools and accessories, art, lighting, and even furniture. Their selection is constantly changing, so you might have to do a little planning and research to take advantage.

Pier 1

Pier 1

 

The Pier 1 aesthetic is not for everyone, but they have a huge selection of items that can add a certain flair to your space. They also have really excellent seasonal items at budget-friendly prices. We <3 a great holiday look to our place, but never want to break to bank and our DIY skills aren’t really up to snuff. Pier 1 has added some festive flair to our place on several occasions.

JCPenney

JCPenney

JCPenney was a great surprise for us. While we have always enjoyed their clothing and accessory options, they seem to have really stepped up their home options. They have great collaborators – from Martha Stewart to Jonathan Adler. Their offerings are budget friendly and design conscious. They have sales VERY regularly, which is fantastic. Right now they are offering 20-50% off select items. Don’t forget – you can always have things shipped to the store to save on shipping costs.

CB2

CB2

CB2 may cater to a younger crowd, but their modern, sleek pieces can easily compliment most design styles. Sometimes a simple piece is the perfect compliment to a more designed space. We snagged a a couple of chrome side tables for our living room at a great price. Shipping was not free, however, it was very reasonable. We also were able to snag some great items for our (mostly decorative) bar. We snagged some chic flutes for under$2 each. They also have a great selection of unique art and wall decor. Their offerings look like investment pieces but won’t cost you an arm and a leg.

Overstock.com

Overstock

We have blogged about our love of Overstock before, but we can’t resist including them on this list. The deals are INSANE. You can find the same things as Pottery Barn at a fraction of the price. We find ourselves looking at their offerings for fun. They have amazing designer inspired pieces at shocking discounts. Even better, their shipping, even on LARGE items is super reasonable. Maybe $6 or so. Their decor is not quite as interesting as the furniture options, but their electronics (hello, new vacuum) section also has impressive deals. Because the deals are so good we have found that a lot of the items sell out quickly, so don’t be scared to pull the trigger if you see something you love!

Fashion on a Budget: LabWorks at Target

With New York Fashion week on the tips of everyone’s tongue we have been looking closely at great design on a budget. While they are known for their designer collabs, Target has another fashion line that deserves some attention. It’s called labWorks. They offer great pieces at very low prices. Their items have a more ‘designed’ look and could compliment any wardrobe.

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One of our favorite trends that labworks/Target are full embracing is black and white. Their selection of neutral pieces is making us swoon just a bit. Right now you can earn 2.5% Cash Back on all these items. Don’t they look comfortable?

Favorite Cinematic Couples

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With Valentine’s Day coming up so soon we have epic love on the mind. Nothing shows the ups and downs of love better then the cinema, but we were unable to pick a single favorite fictional couple. Our list is by no means comprehensive, but it covers a variety of fictional love:

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Moonrise Kingdom told the story of first love. It was quirky, fun, and entertaining. The young couple, Sam and Suzy, decide to run away together. We find it impossible not to enjoy this young love.

Pretty In Pink

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pretty in Pink. We couldn’t really make this list without including a John Hughes film. The young couple, Andi and Blane are considered an unfit match due to different social classes. Andi, played by Molly Ringwald, is from the ‘wrong side of the tracks.’

Casablanca

 

 

 

 

 

 

Casablanca. While our classic film knowledge is a bit limited, this love is undeniably epic. The backdrop of 1940s Casablanca, this love story unfolds dramatically, but is doomed to fail.

Romeo and Juliet

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Romeo and Juliet. We know that this is a painfully obvious choice, but we had to include it. Whatever version suits your fancy, this love story is as old as it is timeless.

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Lady and the Tramp. This animated classic makes us nostalgic for the Disney films of our childhood. Like the aforementioned Pretty in Pink, this couple endures despite the pressure of societal norms.

The Notebook

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Notebook. This is a modern day classic. If you haven’t seen it (c’mon, who are we kidding, everyone has seen it), stop what you are doing and watch it now. It tells the story of a love that endures a lifetime with the highest highs and lowest lows.

What films would you include on this list?

 

The Sweetest Romances Bloom with Gifts from FTD

It’s that time of year when romance is in the air and sweethearts everywhere are inspired to find new and original ways to tell each other, “I love you!” At FTD, we’ve been making Valentine dreams come true for more than 100 years, and for 2014, we offer an exciting array of luxurious gifts that go beyond the expected, and into the exceptional, at a range of prices.

Flowers, and especially roses, are an iconic choice. While red is a familiar favorite, consider surprising your sweetie with roses in the year’s trendiest hues – like lavender, or in a fun and vibrant mix of several bright and beautiful colors.

This year, we’re finding, more and more people are accompanying their bouquets with a sweet treat to create a loving, multi-sensory Valentine experience. Among the top choices are FTD’s new and exclusive collection of Chocolate Dip Delights.  Artisan chocolatiers start with big, ripe, juicy natural fruits and berries, along with scrumptious cakes and cookies, and make them even more delectable with generous hand-dipping in luxurious 100% real, premium chocolate. They’re the perfect gourmet goodie for all your sweeties, whether they’re women, men or children.

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What better way to kick off a night of romance than with Chocolate Dip Delights™ Valentine Real Chocolate Covered Strawberries? Each plump, vine-ripened strawberry, specially selected for its size, sweetness and juiciness, is hand-dipped in velvety 100% real chocolate – dark, milk or white – and striped with ruby red drizzles.  Yum!

Or, choose from one of these great ways to say “Be Mine!”

  • Belgian Chocolate Covered Oreo® Cookies… the world’s favorite cookie made more wonderful with a delightful dunk in our premium, 100% real chocolate.
  • Happy Valentine Cake Pops are one of the trendiest treats and an inspired way to send “hugs and kisses” to all the loves in your life.
  • Valentine’s Day Cupcakes hand-dipped in Chocolate Dip Delights signature 100% real Belgian chocolate−dark, milk or white−and decorated for Valentine’s Day.
  • S’more Hugs & Kisses reinvents the classic campfire treat with a fun and festive look just right for Valentine’s Day gifting.
  • And Red Hot Love Valentine’s Day Chocolate Covered Jalapenos to help you bring a delicious, exciting and spicy touch to a special relationship.

Here’s an idea! Make the love you share this Valentine’s Day, last though the year. Choose from our Chocolate Dip Delights Belgian Chocolate Covered Dessert or Fruit Club and keep the sweetness flowing for your choice of 3 months, 6 months or a full year!

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Don’t forget to check out the bouquets for which FTD is world famous. You’ll find roses with stems up to 5-feet long, long-stem roses in fun, fresh and colorful mixed bouquets, and arrangements ready to display in exclusive, sparkling, heavy-glass keepsake vases they’ll cherish for years.  And one of the great things about ordering roses from FTD is your assurance that no matter which bouquet you choose, the blossoms will be hand-chosen and meet our strict standards for excellent bloom formation, color and freshness.

Finally, one bit of advice we always share−order early to get the best selection and price. Order your Valentine’s Day gifts now and schedule delivery for Valentine’s Day, or better yet, have your gift delivered early that week (Valentine’s Day is on Friday), so your sweetheart can be the envy of the office from Monday through Friday.

Biggest Designer Collab of the Year (So Far) with Cash Back!

Biggest Designer Collab of the Year (So Far) with Cash Back!

Have you ever shopped Target‘s designer collaborations? From Missoni to Phillip Lim, Target has been able to work with a variety of very established names in the fashion world to bring customers great designs at budget-friendly prices. This latest collaboration is the brainchild of British designer Peter Pilotto. It’s a bold statement for Spring.
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This latest collab. goes on sale this coming Sunday. If history is any indicator, budget-savvy fashionistas will be lining up at the brick and mortar stores. Ebates customers can shop the sale online, avoid, the crowds, and earn 2.5% Cash Back on their purchase. We have our eyes on the black and white geometric sneakers. Which items are your favorite?

Seeing Red

Seeing Red

With Valentine’s Day coming up SO SOON, we can’t help but be inspired by the holiday’s favorite color: red! It has a quintessential glamorous quality to it  regardless of how it’s used. As the main piece of your outfit, or a fun pop against neutrals, a little or a lot of red can go a long way to add personality to your outfit.

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Red accessories can be scooped up on a tight budget at Target with 2.5% Cash Back.RedLipsDone

A red lip is classic, dramatic, and goes a long way. Sephora offers a variety of hues – from orangey reds to bluey reds, there is something for every look and skintone. Plus, you will earn 2.5% Cash Back on your purchase and enjoy free shipping on $50+ orders!

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Red nails, like lips, are never going out of style. They are as fun and functional as a cool ring. Sephora, the beauty mecca, will give you 2.5% Cash Back on your polish purchases.

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Red shoes will be a wardrobe staple perfect for Valentine’s Day or any other day. A great pop of color at your feet will look lovely with jeans, black pants, shorts, dresses & skirts. We could continue the list, but the point is clear – red shoes rock. These are all available at Nordstrom with 3.0% Cash Back.

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What says glamour and romance more then a red dress? These cool, functional pieces are *almost* as functional as a little black dress, but with a little more personality. These are available at Bloomingdales with 3.0% Cash Back!

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We were so excited to see we were featured on WMUR 9 yesterday morning. Their readers sure have earned a lot of Cash Back. How much have you earned?