by Robin Fiedler Online retailers scored $595 million in sales on Black Friday 2009, an 11% percent increase from Black Friday 2008, reports comScore. It's still a fraction of the estimated $10.6 billion reported by ShopperTrak for total retail sales on Black Friday 2009, a 0.5% increase over 2008, but the numbers indicate a shift Continue Reading
ArchivesNovember, 2009
30NovCyber Monday Requires Speed!
by Robin Fiedler Although all the e-tailers offered Black Friday online deals, some were rolling out Cyber Monday deals starting on Sunday. Plenty of online deals are to be had, and many are exclusive online sales not available in the store. The downside is that you have to be FAST, not just your internet connection, Continue Reading
30NovGuest Blogger: Steve on Pest Control Coupons
The last holiday guests you want are the pesty kind! Steve from Pest Exterminator: The Do-It-Yourself Guide to Pest Control has some great hints on how to get rid of your unwanted pests--and save money at the same time. All About Pest Control Coupons When you find yourself with a pest control problem, you want Continue Reading
30NovCyber Monday: a Day to Multitask
If you didn't get all your shopping done on Black Friday, never fear! It's Cyber Monday, and there are many great deals to be had. I admit it--I slept away the early hours of Black Friday. I snoozed through the early-bird online deals, probably thanks to all the turkey, mashed potatoes, turnips, stuffing, green-bean casserole, Continue Reading
30NovWeird Holiday Monday: Antivirus and Peanut Butter Edition
November is National Peanut Butter Lovers Month! Peanut butter is not just for kids, and neither are the fabulous toys and games at FAO Schwarz. $25 off orders of $150 or more at FAO Schwarz Use promotion code FAOHOLIDAY in your shopping cart. Valid through: January 4, 2010 See other FAO Schwarz coupon codes! November Continue Reading
28NovTime to Recycle!
It's that time of year when the mailman brings everyone loads of catalogs from all kinds of stores, including places I've never even heard of. This year, they're going straight from the mailbox to the recycling bin. Who needs catalogs? It's taken me this long to figure out that I can find all the stuff Continue Reading
27NovLeftover Day
My sister firmly believes that one day of Thanksgiving isn't enough. That's why she began the tradition of hosting "Leftover Day" on Black Friday. After her family and friends have finished their Black Friday shopping, they're invited to bring their dishes of leftovers to her house. She makes another turkey, heats up all the leftovers, Continue Reading
27NovBlack Friday: Shop in Your Pajamas!
That's my plan. I've gone out on Black Friday deal runs before, and stood in line behind people in pajamas long before lounge pants became acceptable to wear outside the home. Nobody bats an eye anymore, but back when "Tickle Me Elmo" was the toy to stampede over, this was not the way people dressed--even Continue Reading
26NovAre you ready for some football?
I know the games will be on at my sister's house today. Before and after dinner, there'll be backyard football for the kids. In years past, plates of appetizers were taken outside so the young athletes could have a snack without leaving the playing field. And in the family room, the TV will be on Continue Reading
26NovHappy Thanksgiving!
On behalf of everyone here at Ultimate Coupons, I'd like to wish you and your family a very happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy your day together, with family, food, football and fun. My kids were all convinced yesterday that it was really Friday. After all, school was done for the week and a weekend packed full of Continue Reading
25NovHoliday Sales Resource List
by Doug Desjardins If you're interested in the latest news and forecasts for the 2009 holiday sales season, check out these sites. TRADE ASSOCIATIONS Digital Entertainment Group - Non-profit association that tracks sales and trends in DVD hardware and software. The Toy Industry Association - U.S. trade association representing toy industry manufacturers and retailers. International Continue Reading