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Amazon announced recently that they were lowering the price of a new Kindle Wireless Reading Device (6e-reader to under $260 with free shipping, the lowest price ever. You can also pre-order the next generation Kindle, launched on October 19, or, if you're shopping for yourself, there is a limited number of refurbished models for $219.
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Oct
8
Halloween Costumes, so Cheap it’s Scary!
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Petula Clark and Ethel Kennedy
Ah, October — my favorite time of year…autumn colors, cuddly sweaters, all leading up to Free Candy on Halloween! How do you do Halloween on a budget? Here are some pix and ideas to show you how to have the best costume without blowing your whole candy budget!
I have been collecting costume elements for years — everybody has something that can translate into a fun or funny character. Look at the news, tv shows, movies for inspiration. Dig through your closets, your friends’ closets, and your local thrift shops (do good, and take a tax deduction!). You can even donate them back at the end. Brainstorm with friends and family. Ideas are plentiful, and many need little to no additional money spent. Here are a few from my past, and a few off the web.
Why, who's the little lady?
You can be just one fruit, or a whole platter!
Kids' and Adults' TV shows can be good inspiration
And then there's that constant source of amusing ideas, the news
Past and current movies are always a great source of characters to portray -- guys love these from The Fifth Element
If you’re not really interested in making your own stuff, or need some help, now is the time to get on line and order. I’ve found a few spots to check out:
BuyCostumes.com has daily $5 and under specials — they keep changing so check now!
CheapHalloweenCostumes.us — Lots of great buys, and a fabulous selection of both complete costumes and accessories.
I also like Costume SuperCenter, which has deals on shipping and
lots of pre-holiday specials.
For some great looks and ideas from last Halloween, click here.
And before you know it — it’s Christmas! We’re scouring the market to find you the best items for holiday gift-giving, and the best places for the best prices. Check back soon!
Nov
2
Apres Halloween Report
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Well, last night was all I had hoped it would be and more — a treasure trove of low-cost costume ideas for next year. Took lot of video which didn’t come out good enough to post here, but here are some stills to ponder:
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Me as Web Woman (of course, I write a blog!) and my Bloodsucker of a husband, Thom. Total costs of costumes $20
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My sister Cindy (such a clown) and Bro-in-Law Captain Wayne. Total cost of 2 costumes: About $25
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Little Bow Peep and her Sheep. Sorry I cut her head off but wanted you to see the dog. Her costume, store bought for $35. Dog’s costume cost:$0
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There were lots of Sarah Palins — this one came with a secret service guard. Total costs of costumes $1.00
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WaMu Man: Total cost including empty pockets: either $0, or millions, depending on your POV
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Election Worker: Total cost of costume $3
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Not Tinkerbell, “just some fairy”. Total cost of costume $0
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“Doctor” Greg: costume cost $0
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Bond, Fred Bond : Total Cost of costume $0
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Nick Nolte’s mug shot (I thought this was brilliant). Cost for costume $10 for wig
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Uma Thurman in Pulp Fiction visits Wayne’s World. Total costs for costumes: $5
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Michael Phelps — actually the whole US Olympic swim team. Costume cost: $10 for cap and medals
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- Me as Web Woman (of course, I write a blog!) and my Bloodsucker of a husband, Thom. Total costs of costumes $20
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- My sister Cindy (such a clown) and Bro-in-Law Captain Wayne. Total cost of 2 costumes: About $25
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- Little Bow Peep and her Sheep. Sorry I cut her head off but wanted you to see the dog. Her costume, store bought for $35. Dog’s costume cost:$0
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- There were lots of Sarah Palins — this one came with a secret service guard. Total costs of costumes $1.00
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- WaMu Man: Total cost including empty pockets: either $0, or millions, depending on your POV
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- Election Worker: Total cost of costume $3
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- Not Tinkerbell, “just some fairy”. Total cost of costume $0
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- “Doctor” Greg: costume cost $0
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- Bond, Fred Bond : Total Cost of costume $0
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- Nick Nolte’s mug shot (I thought this was brilliant). Cost for costume $10 for wig
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- Uma Thurman in Pulp Fiction visits Wayne’s World. Total costs for costumes: $5
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- Michael Phelps — actually the whole US Olympic swim team. Costume cost: $10 for cap and medals
