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Do Designer Towels Really Work Better or Am I Insane?
Asked by M.J. from Minneapolis
on October 20, 2011
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Ok so I am a spend thrift. I have money, just dont like to use it much other than going crazy on childrens clothes. So generally is the more decorative or plusher towe...
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- I'd bet it has to do with the cotton content, & I'd assume more cotton=higher price. I have also learned that using fabric softener on towels really makes them less e...
- You are probably not insane. At least based on towels : ) Some brands do work better than others. I have found this to be true with sheets. Another thing about t...
- Many moons ago I worked in the bed and bath department at Bloomingdales. Yes, there really is a difference in quality. Charisma towels are wonderful, much better tha...
Clothes
Asked by T.M. from Dallas
on May 28, 2011
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i'm planning to buy new summer clothes for my children.I have 4 children their agaes are 13,11,9,4 How much clothes should i buy for them and how much money should I n...
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- do the pants still fit the waist? If yes I would hem them out and make shorts. Shirts are rather cheap at goodwill.
- Are there any clothes from the older ones taht would fit the younger ones? I know it's nice to get new things, but if the other ones are good, you could just add a few...
- I bought a lot of clothes for my kids at Old Navy. They have sales all the time, and you can get things really cheap. You could buy quite a few things for 4 kids for...
How Often Do You Buy Clothes?
Asked by K.L. from Des Moines
on August 25, 2011
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I read another post on here about how much money you have left over at the end of the month to buy things such as clothes and it got me thinking about how often people...
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- I seem to be buying clothes continually. I never buy expensive clothes, and often try to pick up bargains at a great second hand store. I need to stop!
- Wow, I wish I were more like you:) I tend to get my clothes off the clearance rack whenever I see something that I think looks good on me, I'll buy it. I tend to wea...
- I only buy clothes when I have absolutely no other choice. I know it's not normal, but I HATE to shop. So if my size changes, or the butts are finally all worn out on ...
Where Do You Shop for Kids Clothes?
Asked by J.L. from Pittsburgh
on March 12, 2012
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I tried to go clothes shopping today for my kids (daughter is 4, son is 2) and left so frustrated! I went to Kohl's because I had a coupon and they usually have great ...
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- Everywhere. Old Navy has cute things and they have 50% off (or more) at the end of a season. I got my friend's DD a cute jacket for $1 because I bought it in the sprin...
- I have been known to purchase children's clothes from Old Navy, Younkers/Bon Ton, JC Penney, Walmart, Kohl's, Target, Gymboree, The Children's Place (I don't have a lo...
- Sometimes I hit Kohl's, but agree that some seasons there is nothing cute. (and I always find that Jumpin Beans runs small, so buy a size up) I also try Target, Old N...
Pricing Baby Clothes for Garage Sale?
Asked by S.C. from Minneapolis
on April 1, 2009
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I am putting some baby clothes into a friends garage sale and I have no clue on what to price them at. I would love some ideas on how much to price thing at.
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- Since it is at someone else's sale, make sure your items are marked or separated if you are going to be there. If you are not going to be there, make sure you tell yo...
- When we did our rummage sale, we had a table that was all $1.00 per item. It was pretty easy and most of the items went fast, especially the baby/infant clothes. For...
- I was told that a good rule of thumb is to price it 20% of what you paid for it. It does make it a lot easier to price everything across the board....a certain price ...
How Much Do You Spend on Clothing for Your Kids Each Year?
Asked by L.M. from Denver
on March 17, 2012
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I'm just wondering what you spend on clothing for your kids each year? I have a 4 year old boy and 7 year old girl who seem to outgrow most of their clothing every yea...
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- We have not spent much. I have a few friends who have passed down clothes for my son - in fact a few days ago one went through her 7 year olds closet and gave my 5 ye...
- I typically buy clothes from JCPenny or Sears (I like Penny's better mostly) and for underwear, socks, pj's I go to Walmart or Target and shoes I buy his MAIN shoe for...
- I also have a 4 year old boy and a 7 year old girl. I seem to spend around $300-$400 total 2 times a year. Once for spring/summer clothes and the other time for fall a...
Garage Sale Vs. Craigslist
Asked by E. from Minneapolis
on May 1, 2010
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I'm hoping that someone can help me with some garage sale questions. A friend is having a garage sale and I'm putting some stuff in it. Do people even buy clothes an...
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- If I post my ads on Ebay-for no more than 99 cents- then there is no charge for listing. There is a charge based on how much your stuff sells for. My son sold a Tho...
- E. - I'm wondering how you feel about garage sales? Seems like the responses are all over the place on them. Personally, garage sales in Bismarck (where I'm from) are ...
- People do buy clothes from garage sales. One time, my husband put a pair of his older boxers into our garage sale pile just to see if someone wil buy them. I know, g...
Updating Wardrobe...I Always Feel like I Have Nothing to Wear!
Asked by K.K. from Washington DC
on October 11, 2011
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Hi Moms!
I always feel like I have nothing to wear. Any suggestions? I'm kind of getting tired of the same old stuff; solids and all. Can anyone give me advice plea...
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- Read a few fashion blogs, they give me tons of ideas. A few of my favs, they love Loft too: http://laviepetite.blogspot.com http://www.thedaybookblog.com http://w...
- I love adding funky jewelry to my outfits. It gives it a whole new look. The best place for a bargain is Burlington Coat Factory around here. Around this time of yea...
- Get a few classic cut "neutral" color pants--grey, navy, black, or brown, then save the fun colors & styles for the tops. And, I've gotta say, the one item that I c...
Good Consignment Shops in the East Bay?
Asked by G.H. from San Francisco
on January 5, 2009
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Hi everyone,
I recently heard that consignment shops are a good place to buy infant/children's clothes since you can save quite a bit of money and the clothes are u...
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- There is a fantastic store called Childs Play on College Avenue in Oakland's Rockridge district. They have very nice stuff. Lots of the things still have the tags on t...
- 2nd Avenue Consignment, is a consignment and Resale Store in Castro Valley. Great items and great prices. They even have a $1 clearance rack! They also carry NEW Me...
- Try Fashion After Passion in Alameda.
Fashionistas! :)
Asked by J.S. from Minneapolis
on April 4, 2010
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Ok Moms,
I am a SAHM. I had 3 kids in 4 years and am now finished birthing and breastfeeding. :) I just weaned my daughter and am officially not pregnant, nursing...
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- Hi J.. I really love and agree with the previous poster's comments. All very relevant. Personally, I like to shop at Old Navy. Their clothes are really reaso...
- I personally like the wardrobe capsule formula, everything works together. Each season I shop for one complete wardrobe capsule. A jacket (seasonal) 2 bottoms (je...
- Random advice that's worked for me: Don't buy online, you need to touch and try stuff on. If you try on and don't immediately say "Yes!", don't buy it. Take color...
