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Sites I'm Diggin' - from Fortyish is fab
Looking for some cool sites to visit? Here are my latest faves:
The Helpful Housewife
What Every Woman Needs in Her Wardrobe
The Fashionable Housewife
The Bag Lady
Thrifty Boutique

Gossipaway #30

THE PRIZE: Wear and Tear Man T-Shirt from The R's Project.

THE RULES:

I (moi) will post a one of the following: A movie quote, a celebrity trivia question or a mystery celebrity sighting. Email your responses to gossip@thriftyboutique.com The first correct answer is the winner & will receive an email notification, as well as celebrity red-carpet treatment with mention in the Gossip blog & Thrifty Boutique's fab blog. Good luck hotties!

THE GAME:

GUESS THE MOVIE QUOTES!

Winner: Jack M. from MO. Congratulations!!!

Answer: Dracula

Love from Gossipaway winners:

"I just wanted to let you know I appreciate the prize gift. The earrings are just lovely (from Trunkshop). I love the color and how they dangle! Thanks again!" - Vanna

"I just received the hair clips from My Perennial and they are TOO CUTE! My four year old daughter has already laid claim to them. Thanks again and keep up the great site!!!" - Miwa

--..."thank you for the beautiful earrings! (Happy earrings from Bonnin Designs) I just adore your jewelry so much, it really makes me happy wearing it! Thanks again! Always," - Sandra

--"I just wanted to let you know I received the t-shirt (Ally Moon) yesterday. It's so cute! Thank you for mailing it so quickly, I really appreciate it. Your quizzes are a great idea, and the fact that the prizes are so nice makes it doubly good..." - Kelly

--"I just wanted to let you know that I have received the beautiful necklace (Roots of Art). (And was that a rose scented envelope too? . . . The package even smelled wonderful!) Thanks so much for the fun contest and the great prize." - Belinda

-- "I got my earrings and necklace--they are B E A U T I F U L! Thanks so much and I look forward to wearing them all the time! Even I will find clothes to match them or not! :-) Many thanks!" - Shannon
-- I wanted to let you know that I received my "R.R.R." t-shirt (The R's Project). It is so cute - thanks! " - Nickie

-- "Thanks. I got it yesterday. It is even cuter in person than the picture on line. (Reality Shoe tank). Thanks again!" - Erica

Thrifty & clever - Life Awards Trophies

And the Award Goes to…
LIFE AWARDS TROPHIES
Finally, present fantastic awards such as "Chore Avoider of the Year" and "Loudest Phone Talker." You probably know someone who has done a lot to earn these awards, and yet has never gotten their due. So stop the snubbing and present them with one of these terrific trophies. Each features an Oscaresque statuette and six removable plaques. Choose from a "Home" trophy, featuring such plaques as "Biggest Whiner" and "Most Likely to Hog the Remote Control," or an "Office" trophy, featuring awards like "Employee of the Day" and "Most Innovative Use of Office Products."
originally $25.00 SALE $16.95

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Extra! Extra!

Back to School - Is your little one heading off to school this year? This issue is packed with products that make heading back to school a stylish and fun affair.

Recovery treats

Pick up your best friend's broken heart pieces with the coolest 'after break up/show must go on' treats. Remember to get extra ones and keep them handy, just in case... :)

Having a good laugh at an ex-boyfriend's expense can be sweeter than revenge. This metal key chain spoofs all things couple-ly and lovey dovey, picturing a snapshot of a couple with the guy's face scribbled out. A cute pick-me-up for a newly single pal. 2" square. $5.00

'lovers and losers' address book - Keep track of Mr./Ms. Wrong, Mr./Ms. Right, and even ... Mr./Ms. Right-Now with this fabulous address book! Leather. 3.25" by 6". $16.00

'imaginary men' tissues - These vintage-style tissues speak the truth...well, at the very least they convey the thoughts of many women who have come before us. Nevertheless, best NOT to pull them out during a hot date. Better to save them for anyone who's grown a bit wary of menfolk! 4-Ply. Paper. Unscented. 2.25" by 4.25". Includes 10 tissues per pack. Set of 6. $10.00

Find all your cheer-up supplies at Plum Party

NEW Promos at The Body Shop

New Aloe Sensitive Skin Care. Buy 2, get 1 FREE

Aloe Soothing Body Lotion - A light, non-sticky moisturizing lotion to comfort the skin, leaving it soft and supple. Very hydrating and calming on sensitive skin. Suitable for use as after-suncare.Dermatologically approved and clinically proven as suiable for sensitive skin. 8.4 oz. $14.00

Tea Tree Skin Care and Shower Gels 2 for $16

Almond Bath & Shower Gel - A soap-free cleansing gel that lathers up in the bath or shower to leave your skin feeling clean, soft, and subtly scented. 8.4 oz. $10.00

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Anne Maa Designs - Up to 45% off

AQUAMARINE VERMEIL DOUBLE NECKLACE - Large faceted aquamarine on vermeil. Was $230.00 SALE $154.00
BLACK DIAMOND 18K EARRINGS - Sparkly petite black diamonds with 18K beads and wire. Was $174.00 SALE $110.00

CRACKLED CITRINE LONG CROSS NECKLACE - Crackled citrine rondell with vermeil beads and 4 way cross. 47" with 7" drop. Was $327.00 SALE $198.00