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Thursday, March 7, 2013

5 Good Reasons To Shop On Ebay

Am not going to lie, it took me a while to really give Ebay a shot. Having done so though, I am thrilled to say the least. I never imagined that I could reach power seller and top rated status in less than 3 months. But I did. Yay me! I am no guru yet but I am having fun learning and figuring it out.

Here are some of the reasons that drew me to Ebay.

1. Bargains!

Hello! There are bargains to be had by all. From negotiating a lower price directly from the seller to finding that perfect deal, it is all possible on Ebay. And here is my favorite part, the bargains never stop. They are 24/7. Gotta love that.

2. Vast Product Selection

One of the things I absolutely love about Ebay is the vast selection of goods that they offer. You can literally find anything there. And I do mean Anything. I have bought books, records, computers, designer handbags, vintage jewelry, collectibles, stuff for my dog and so much more......and I still haven't scratched the surface of the merchandise they offer. My favorite items to buy on Ebay is vintage jewelry and Art. I find that there are lots of people selling Estate pieces and one of a kind items that I have never seen any where else. At unbelievable bargain prices I have never seen. Ever. I love that!

Here are a few things I purchased this week. I collect Cameos so this made me really happy.

3. Easy Check Out

No long lines to stand on or tedious filling out online credit card forms. Ebay connects with Pay Pal so you can check out in seconds. No worries about being jacked on the net as Pay Pal is one of the safest ways to send and receive money without providing your personal information. I personally enjoy having that peace of mind. So far my experience has been all kinds of wonderful. (Knock on wood.)

4. Fun!

I know this may sound strange but I have a blast bidding on stuff. It really feels good to snatch something up in the last few seconds from 10 other hungry bidders. Kinda like blocking a shot in basketball. (In my best Matumbo voice) No No No, Not today! Ha ha ha ha............

5. Positive Feedback

Since Ebay sellers and shoppers buy from people they trust, positive feedback is like gold on your Ebay profile. The more you have, the more confidence people have in you. Good business etiquette goes a long way. It is very simple. Ship in one or two days if you are a seller and pay for items promptly if you are a buyer. Before you know it, you will have great reviews which = cha ching!

And there you have it. Hope I inspired you to give Ebay a try, trust me, it is well worth it. I would love to hear from you on this so leave me some Ebay stories or comments. Have a good one lovelies!

Cherio!

Sunday, August 14, 2011

The Power and Glory of Craigslist!

Listed for less than $50.00 on CL

It is no surprise at all that I have become such a fan of Craigslist. After all, this site is one ginormous garage sale, and I do love a good garage sale! What's not to like? You can find anything on Craigslist, and I mean anything. Need to hire a clown for your kid's party? Craigslist. Mulch for your garden? Craigslist.......what about a specific style of furniture? done! You get the picture. From the refined and expensive to the down right dirt cheap and preposterous, you will find it all on craigslist. And that's the beauty of it. Craigslist is there 24/7 in all it's cyber glory churning out new fabulous listings on the minute, and some really strange and ugly ones too............ which makes the searching even more exciting to me. Kinda like finding a brand new pair of Louboutin's in a box of miscellaneous stuff. Oh. Happy. Day!!!

Listed for $25.00 on CL

If there is a down side to Craigslist though, it would be arranging the pickup of an item. My simple rule is never go alone and never let the buyer come to your home. Always be careful when you are dealing with strangers. It's a rule I practice with no exceptions.

Having said that, my experiences so far has been really good ones. I've even made a few friends in the process so I fully endorse Craigslist to anyone who enjoys garage sales or bargain hunting. The finds are swwweeeeeeeeet!

All the Above for $500.00 on CL

Check out the beauties I found today. What do you think? Do you use Craigslist?

Listed for $100.00 on CL

Listed for $170.00 on CL

Listed for less than $50.00 on CL

Monday, March 28, 2011

Gingham......This check will never bounce

Christian Louboutin shoes

There is something about Gingham that is so sweet and nostalgic that you just fall in love with it. And trust me, once you buy a piece of this fabric, you'll want it in every color.

Now, I know that this look is not easy to pull of but if done right, gingham can be very chic and even trendy. Its all a matter of how you accessorize and style it.

Here's some beautiful gingham fashion and decor pieces that I really like, enjoy!

Gingham is a great way to introduce pattern to your wardrobe or decor. It is a true classic and because of its neutral two color palette, it is easy to integrate into both your closet and decor. Gingham is very reasonable and versatile. It has been around since the 17th century and I would venture to say, its "here for the long haul."

threadart

One of my favorite things about this fabric is that it is so light and airy, which makes it perfect for Spring and Summer.

The first lady in a beautiful gingham skirt.

ablondeandabrunette

I love this whole look, the shorts are uber stylish!

gingham headboard

How ingenious is this. Use gingham fabric to cover your head board and sew some tiebacks at the side (could be ribbon if you choose) and viola!, you have a new look! What's really great about this is, you can swap out the fabric whenever you like. (please note: works best on rectangular and square head boards)