Crock-Pots and other slow cookers tend to emerge from cupboards around this time of year, pressed into service for creating hearty winter meals. This simple appliance has stayed in style since the 1970s...
If anyone on your holiday gift list is seriously into food, you know how intimidating it can be to shop for them. These are the people who know that a blind monk on a remote Japanese island makes the...
Holiday shopping is in full swing and it seems as though Black Friday deals will never end. Smart consumers know, however, that just because everything appears to be on sale this month doesn't mean...
All week we've been making lists of the best Black Friday deals and checking them twice, updating as new ads come in. Now the day is upon us, and shoppers have swarmed the stores. If you’re just coming...
Our Black Friday and Cyber Monday Roundup.
Black Friday is just hours away and Cyber Monday is fast approaching. Be sure you are prepared and check out our helpful Black Friday and...
After finishing up that Thanksgiving feast, food might be the last thing on your mind. But the weeks ahead are prime time for visits from family and friends and no time for kitchen appliances to conk...
A portion of every dollar you earn is spent on food, so do yourself a favor and make that food taste better. Whether you dine out or prepare meals at home, eating is one of those necessities that is...
Here's to lazy summer days: four cool, refreshing, and cheap summer treats you can make from the comfort of home.
Sparkling juice.Sometimes, summer means skipping out on grocery shopping day because the beach or a walk outside plead for your attention. And, well, you can always fall back on your pantry to concoct a cheap summer...
Our favorite daily deals today include 50% off at the celebrity favorite clothing boutique, SINGER22, s'mores and brownie makers for just $15, and a luxury tour of London England.
Our favorite deals today include Apple accessories, retro kitchen aprons, and a vacation on an old-world Steamboat hotel on the Tennessee river. Happy shopping!
The next time you need dinner in a hurry or don't feel like cooking, skip the costly drive-thru and check out your freezer. With just a little planning you can freeze food ahead of time and enjoy quick,
Check out our top picks of the best daily deals from today for major savings on products for the home, fashion deals, and more. We found white topaz earrings for $9 (regularly $100), 43% off kitchen...
Start the week off with some great deals from the internet's best daily deal sites. There's a Dell Streak 7" tablet and some Altec Lansing Speakers. Take the Kodak Playsport anywhere and shoot video...
Get more out of your smart phone with the AT&T Motorola Lapdock or get a great deal on a Toshiba Satellite Laptop. We've got tools for your work shed and a vacuum deal for your home. You can even...
Are you preparing for this year's round of graduation parties with a stack of cards and a wad of cash? A little creativity can help make the end of the school year a lot less expensive. And a well-thought-out...
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If you're looking for summer vacation ideas, make sure to check out Groupon Getaways. From a Boca Raton Spa to international adventures, they have several great deals up. We've...
Getting caught up in the joy of cooking can certainly get expensive. Home cooks often spend hundreds of dollars assembling arsenals of specialized cooking utensils. But did you know you can buy many...
Today's daily deals include a HDTV and 3D TV deals, kitchen goods, and more.
Ebay:
Apple iPhone 4S 16GB (unlocked) ($619; $649 value)
We have more tablets and tablet accessories today, as well as home goods and more. And don't miss the Best Buy Midnight Sale, Online Only, tonight (4/17) at Midnight Through Wednesday (4/18) at 8am
Today we have three tablet deals, including a refurbished Kindle Fire from Amazon for only $139. Other deals include a kids' playhouse with walls to color in, deals at popular clothing stores, and more.
Ebay:
Today we have a deal on the Coby Tablet, NOOK eReaders, lots of kitchenware, and more. Restaurant.com is offering $2 for most $25 Restaurant.com Gift Certificates. (Use promo code 'BLOOM' at...
Today's deals include a hot deal on the Barnes & Noble NOOK, Xbox and Wii games, and more. Also, Home Depot is offering a Spring deal on string trimmers: FREE TrimmerPlus Edger Attachment
Today's deals include a cheap iPod/iPhone speaker dock, more kitchen gadgets and tools, and much more.
Ebay:
Cuisinart 6qt. Pressure Cooker ($49.99; $185 value)
The best daily deals today include cheap computer memory, several deals on kitchen tools, and more.
Ebay:
Garmin nuvi 2300LM GPS ($89; $199 value)
Groupon:
Whether you're looking to fix up your house before selling it or simply want to make it look fresh and modern, we've got some tips for you. From the bathroom to the bedroom, there are little things...
We have lots of deals today, from boots and bags to kids toys and fun tech gadgets, including a $400 luggage set marked down to $100, and a cheap down comforter.
Ebay:
Today's daily deals include two great laptop deals, a digital camera marked down $70, kitchen supplies, and more.
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Today's daily deals include two Apple docking stations, a great deal on the KitchenAid Mixer, and much more.
Ebay:
Sony Speaker Dock for iPod/iPhone with Radio,
Although the weather may be variable, retailers stick to a seasonal schedule -- and that means savings for the smart consumer. Use this post-holiday seasonal transition month to score deals on jewelry,
A smart grocery trip today can keep the pizza deliveryman away. A well-stocked refrigerator and pantry are essential for cooking quick, cheap meals (see our earlier blog post for ideas). However,
Here are the best daily deals for today, including a 23" LED monitor from Acer, kitchen and bedding supplies from Groupon, and more.
Ebay:
Today's top daily deals include a 3-D camcorder/media player bundle marked down from $600 to $169, an interchangeable lens digital camera for $275 (usually $500), and much more. Check them out below!
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Here on the Cheapism blog we often refer to dollar store purchases. In an attempt to make your dollar store shopping even easier, we've compiled a list of best dollar store buys. Never been? You're...
The best daily deals of today include a $40 refurbished portable DVD player from Best Buy, a $250 Garmin GPS with lifetime map and traffic updates marked down to $109, and many more. Groupon just released...
Cooking dinner with your loved one is a fun date idea with an additional benefit: You save money on a romantic meal for two.
Avoid the hassle of reservations, high-priced Valentine's...
Today we have some great tech deals in addition to our Valentine's day deals. Ebay has a waterproof, fireproof 2 TB external hard drive marked down to $250 from the regular price of $420, Amazon has...
Today we have to great flip camcorder deals, more romantic Valentine's day gifts, and more. Best Buy:
Sony Bloggie Touch 8GB HD Camcorder ($94.99, $199.99 value)
Knowing when to purchase what can mean big savings throughout the year. Savvy shoppers take advantage of two major, and related, trends: seasonal shifts and post-holiday efforts to clear out inventory.
Today we found an $80 7" Android tablet, a $30 leather iPhone case marked down to $5, and more.
Best Buy:
Coby Kyros 7" Tablet with 4GB Memory ($79.99, $129.99 value)
Today we found daily deals for a Sony eReader, movie tickets, a refurbished HP Laptop, a 10 piece bakeware set, and more.
Ebay:
Sony 6" eReader ($115; $150)
The best daily deals of today include a Bose speaker system, two HDTV deals, iPad accessories, and more. Amazon:
Bose Multimedia Speaker System ($59.99; $99 value)
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Today we have a cheap Bluetooth headset daily deal, a $170 Coby HDTV, and more. Best Buy:
Coby 32" Class 720p LCD HDTV ($169.99, regularly $299.99)
Budget drinkers rejoice with full-bodied, well-balanced red wines, top-selling Chardonnays, and sparkling wines shockingly similar to true Champagne, all below $20.
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We will be updating this blog post continuously as new deals are announced! Newest update: Amazon's Black Friday deals.
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This week we updated our furnaces and microwaves reviews, identifying the best of what's current on the market.
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Space Heaters.
If you're starting to feel the fall chill (or just have an overactive air conditioner...What have you done to save energy lately?
If you've been a little careless about leaving lights on and letting the tap water run, October is the month to turn over a new leaf. This is Energy...
Oh, for a delicious, nutritious, cheap meal. Is such a thing as elusive as the perfect pair of jeans? Healthy foods like farm-fresh produce and organic milk can be frightfully expensive. But a little creativity...
Looking for some cheap household items? We've recently published new buying guides on cookware, pepper mills, and shampoo and updated our picks for best vacuum cleaners. Here are some of the highlights.
You can find a good cheap blender under $40 in all blender categories: wand, single-serve, and multi-serve. Our research shows that the best cheap blenders are personal, single-size blenders... Read more on Cheapism »
It's time to think outside the coupon box for ways to save on grocery bills. CBS News gets you started with this list of seven ways to get the most out of foods you've already got on hand. Read more on CBS News »
The heat of the summer melts away with the right ice cream maker, but there are several defining factors that make one model better than the rest. Ice cream makers can cost up to $200, but there are a... Read more on Cheapism »
You know all the hype about gourmet kitchen equipment? Forget about it. What you really want is functional utensils that don't eat up your budget. Get Rich Slowly has a hot tip: find the nearest... Read more on Get Rich Slowly »
Keeping up with the Joneses no longer requires costly renovations to your home. Just do what all your cash-strapped friends are doing, and splurge on little pick-me-ups. The New York Times gives... Read more on The New York Times »
You might not have access to a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, and you might have a limited food budget, but that's no excuse for boring, unhealthy meals. The New York Times offers... Read more on The New York Times »
Getting back to basics is what it's all about these days. And that includes getting back into the kitchen. The Boston Herald reports on an adult education class that teaches students how to plan... Read more on Boston Herald »
There are certain things we often take for granted in this country. Clean drinking water is one. But people living in less developed countries -- and quite possibly some American consumers, as well -- Read more on SmartPlanet.com »
Planning to dine out soon? Save money by sticking to the appetizers. According to a report by KOCO, menu prices have crpet up this year in all categories but starters. Oh, and make a detour to Oklahoma... Read more on KOCO.com »
Forget those pricey specialty coffee shop espressos. You can do just as well making your brew at home, says CBS3.com. Read on to see which products they recommend. Read more on CBS3.com »
Bar-b-que season is finally here. If you're in the market for new grill--but don't care to spend $1,000 or more, this article from Grilling Is Easy suggests six low-cost grills that are worth checking... Read more on GrillingIsEasy.com »
Green and clean, according to readers of USA Today who sent in recipes for their favorite household-cleaning concotions. The Deseret News shares them with the rest of us. Read more on Deseret News »
Healthy eating is also frugal eating. HealthNewsDigest.com offers a slew of ideas to help you balance your budget and with well-balanced, nutritious, and delicious meals. To learn how, read on. Read more on HealthNewsDigest.com »
Eegads! It's time to redo the kitchen. But who can afford it these days? The Daily Journal offers a host of low-cost ideas that will spiff up the heart of the family home without breaking the family piggybank. Read more on The Daily Journal »
