Kaki Shopping

Remember the photobooks I created for my boy Ethan a few months ago? I still love looking at the photobook, and of course, I love showing it to relatives and friends.

Photobook has recently released the MyPhotobooks Editor 2.4.0, the latest version of the free downloadable Templateexpert Photobook Software that will allow you to create masterpieces with ease and simplicity. The new MyPhotobooks Editor 2.4.0 promises faster and more robust performance, with more layouts and templates to choose from.

When I had my photobooks made, I was charged for shipping but now I am pleased to note that Photobook Malaysia is shipping for FREE to destinations in Malaysia and Singapore. This just MIGHT be the inspiration I need to start on my next photobook project. However, I was curious to find out if the individual prices for the photobooks had increased since. And my fears were confirmed! They indeed have! Nevertheless, a masterpiece like a photobook is definitely a keepsake worth making. And those with Paypal accounts can opt for that payment option too.

Getting a beautiful photobook done is also a splendid gift idea for that special woman in our lives: Our Mother. From now till 31 May 2008, you can enjoy a 30% off all photobook orders, simply by entering the Coupon Code “MDAY30” when placing your order. So get started today!

Here’s the loot I got from whatgreatskin.com!

Remember I said I requested for many samples when I made my purchase with them? Well, I didn’t get all of them, but I am still elated, nonetheless…look how generous they were with the samples! Some are even new products that have not been launched in Malaysia yet!

This is definitely a great site to shop for VERY affordable Dermalogica products at a VERY very special price! Yay me!

With a few more days left for the Borders Anniversary Sale (which runs from 25 April -4 May 2008), I visited the store in Queensbay Mall yesterday hoping to get myself some books at a bargain. Oh okay, I lied. I didn’t *know* there was a sale going on till I walked in.

Almost everything was on discount for at least 15%, even the books that were in the bargain bins. Actually I didn’t know that till I paid for them. There were also some good books going for 30% discount, but nothing caught my fancy, unfortunately or fortunately. I got 2 books for Ethan, and Sophie Kinsella’s latest hardcover for myself (this one was a steal at 20% off). Bliss!  I’ve already started reading it!

You know how those sales gimmicks typically are? I’m talking about those stores that offer a discount for the SECOND item or the THIRD item, or if there is a “Buy 2 Free 1″ offer. Normally, the discounted item is the cheaper item, or in the case of “Buy 2 Free 1″, the 2 items you pay for are the 2 most expensive ones, yes?

Because of this, I was indeed surprised to discover that Nose practises the total opposite. Yesterday, I was shopping for some flat shoes, which would make it easier for me to run around after Ethan, and I ended up in Nose. I still do not know why a store selling shoes would be called Nose (my hubby says it ought be called Feet or Toes or something along those lines).

Anyway.

Nose is currently having this promotion that accords the 2nd item purchased with a discount of 20%. And when I clarified with the sales person, she told me that the more expensive of the 2 pairs of shoes would be considered the 2nd item, hence a bigger discount for the consumer. Was I happy as a lark! But unfortunately, the 2 pairs of flats I ended up with were the same price, so it didn’t matter anyway.

Would you believe that these are my very first pairs of flats? Don’t you think that flats were designed with more of comfort in mind rather than fashion? Regardless…works for me!

Yesterday, I had to get some craft material for my latest project (to be revealed soon), and the only place I know that sells a good variety of fabric is Kamdar at Bukit Jambul. It has been ages since I stepped into this shopping complex, and where once it was a center full with the hustle and bustle of activity, now it looked really dead and eeriely seedy. There were still some tiny shops open, but most of the sales promoters were yawning away, whiling their time away possibly not getting many customers. In places like these, I clutch my handbag a little more tightly than usual and quickened my pace.

As I entered Kamdar, I started looking for the fabric I wanted, and I was glad that I had a very helpful sales promoter to help me. This Indian gentleman was very patient and took the time to explain everything to me in detail, showing me exactly where to find the fabric I wanted and even suggested where I could possibly check to broaden my choices. I walked out, confident that I had made the right selection based on my preferences, and knowing fully well, that every cent I had spent was worth it. It goes to show that no matter what you are purchasing, be it food items, craft material or even something specific like a picnic blanket, you need to be absolutely sure that you go to the right place for the right shopping experience.

April 23rd 2008 is World Book Day. And to commemorate this, MPH (both the online store and the brick & mortar store) is having a sale. In fact, the sale has been going on since April 15 and will end May 4 2008. Book lovers can enjoy a discount of 10% on selected book titles, whereas MPH Members will get them at 20% off. At the time of writing, the mphonline.com store has a total of 336 titles of books to choose from!

This year, I have decided to spend more wisely and more vigilantly on books, simply because I have realized that I didn’t fully utilize my book relief allocation to offset my taxable income last year. Buying books to satisfy the reader in me is definitely way better than paying taxes, and if I can reduce the tax I pay by doing so, however little that may be, it sure seems like a good idea to get those books!

By the way, mphonline.com has revised its free shipping policy. The last time I shopped there, I got free shipping on a minimum purchase of RM80, but the minimum purchase for free shipping is now RM100. Still all right, I suppose, because the books are delivered right to your door step.

Oh yeah, and while you’re at it, don’t forget to check out the exclusive 30% off Click n Save section for selected titles.

If we ever get the chance to move into a landed property of our own, one of the first things I would be looking forward to is decorating the kids’ or baby room.  I used to watch this program on Discovery Home & Health where a team of designers remodel and create a beautiful nursery to celebrate the arrival of a newborn baby.  The new baby room will be created in accordance with the preferences of the parents, and to add a special touch, close friends and family members are sometimes roped in to help with the renovation.  The result is always a tastefully decorated room, sometimes even incorporating little thoughtful details that enable baby to live comfortably.  There’s even a safety expert that comes round to check on the safety of the room.

Well, there’s an online version of this baby room decoration committee, so to say. Parents who want to remodel their kids’ rooms will find themselves spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing a bed, a crib or even a simple thing like a functional Kid’s Desk.  There are virtually endless options of Kids’ Bedroom furniture these days, but I personally prefer Wooden Children’s Furniture more than anything.  They are a sturdier option, they don’t break, they aren’t fragile and they look more hardy to withstand the test of time.  To add to the sweetness of this, everything purchased at this store online will be shipped for FREE!

Photo credits: Queensbay Mall blog 

After receiving several emails about the revised parking charges in Queensbay Mall, I decided to poke around a bit to find out more. (you know, some of these emails might be fraudulent, and I thought it absolutely necessary to find out the truth, since I go there at least twice every week).

Anyhow, that’s when I discovered the Queensbay Mall blog at http://www.queensbayshoppingmall.com/!  It’s filled with news and reports on activities and promotions that are all Queensbay Mall-related. Of course, it has a recent post on the revised parking charges too.  Dang! It’s true…not that it would matter much anyway…I don’t think we would spend more than 5 hours in a row at the mall.

Revised Parking charges

Basement - LG & LM (effective April 21 2008 onwards)
1st Three (3) Hours RM1.00; Subsequent Hour RM1.00

Multi Level - Level 3 to Level 8 Car Parks (effective April 28 2008 onwards)
1st Five (5) Hours RM1.00; Subsequent Hour RM1.00

Open-air Car Parks remain at RM1.00 per entry

(Original source: http://queensbayshoppingmall.com/shopping/queensbay-mall-revised-car-park-rates)

The Tiny Tapir store will be moving to its new cyberlocation soon, and as all new store owners typically practise, there is currently a Moving Shop Sale going on right now.

There are discounts of 15% and 20% for selected items in the store and what’s more, orders over RM300 will qualify for an additional 5% off. You also get free shipping on top of that!

15% Discount for :

Hag Rag Pads

Sckoon Luxury Pads

Girly Tube

Handbag Hangers

20% Discount for :

Mothering Naturally Pads

Sweet Cheeks Pads

Do check out this e-store for a host of environmentally-friendly products to suit the discerning shopper. Stay tuned for more sweet deals! Who knows, there might be some store-opening specials soon too! *wink*

I have been itching for an additional pair of sunglasses for the longest time now, and I think I might finally have found a way.

You see, nowadays, most companies provide benefits to the employees in the form of vision care, where the employee can get their eyes checked and prescription glasses or contact lenses provided to ensure their eyes are in tip top condition. This allocation is an annual benefit for all, but for someone like me with (almost) perfect eyesight, it seems such a waste to let this allocation waste away.

So rather than do that, I wonder if my company will agree to instead sponsor a pair of cool shades for me. There are tons of choices of Wholesale Replica Sunglasses available online, my only problem will be deciding which one to choose! One pair of sunglasses is simply not enough for a girl like me! I am confident I can buy Wholesale Discount Sunglasses online for a bargain. Now to convince my company that my idea is indeed a worthwhile one…