Local Searches Made Easy

Have you searched for a business in your area and been frustrated that you didn't find all the information you wanted? Try using Local.com for one-stop searches of everything in your area. With its ability to pull content from several popular sites, Local.com allows you to look up local businesses, find out when they're open, get reviews and directions, all from one site.

With a simple straightforward layout and extra features such as basic weather information and a classifieds section, Local.com is a full-featured yellowpages with extras. You can also contribute for free with your own business reviews and classified ads.

If you have a business of your own you can get listed with Local.com for free, or take advantange of their low advertising rates. Help local users find out all about you. Editing or updating your listing is also easy with their step by step instructions.

Save time, money, and frustration by getting all the information you need from your local searches with Local.com.

Go All-in with Online Poker!

Get in the game with Flop Turn River's online poker games, forums, and more. Both new and experienced players will appreciate the beginner's guide with detailed information on various poker hands and terms, as well as bankroll management. The handy poker tools, including an odds calculator, are very helpful as well.

Use the Bonus Code to receive a total 150% intial deposit bonus, up to $75 to get started on Flop Turn River. The site also offers live strategy tips and reviews of brick and mortar poker casinos, as well as a history and review of PokerStars, one of the originators of online poker.

Additionally, you can sign up for Full Tilt Poker and recieve a 100% initial deposit bonus, up to $600. Full Tilt Poker offers great bonuses and is one of the largest online poker rooms. The site also enjoys endorsements from several of the top professional poker players today.

If you're looking for a break from the daily stress, place your bet with Flop Turn River!

Cheap Halloween Decor - Shrunken Heads

It's not too late to set an eerie mood for Halloween. Scatter shrunken heads around your house and yard for a spooky setting.

Dried Apple Shrunken Heads

Materials:

• Apples


• 1/2 cup lemon juice


• 2 teaspoons salt


• Optional: Whole cloves


• Optional: Grains of raw rice

Instructions:

Mix lemon juice and salt in a bowl.
Peel apples and coat each with mixture to prevent browning.
Use a small knife or potato peeler to carve out eye sockets, a nose, mouth and ears.

Optional: Use whole cloves for eyes and raw rice grains for teeth

Bake heads in the oven set at 150F for 20 - 24 hours

Create your gruesome display!

Sunglass Shopping?

You don't put your sunglasses away just because summer's over. Protecting your eyes from the sun is just as important in the fall and winter. If your old shades are worn, broken, or if you're just looking for a new pair, try the sunglasses shopping guide at ShopWiki.

Whether you want a high UV protection or sport shades, the Sunglasses Guide can help you find the right pair at the best price. Included is a list of major manufacturers and new products alerts, as well as safety tips and help with choosing the best style.

With the colder weather approaching, be sure to check out other important accessories such as hats and gloves. From baseball caps and fedoras to winter or gardening gloves, you'll find a guide full of information.

Get the knowledge you need and find the best price for sunglasses and more at ShopWiki.

Where's the Cheapest Gas?

With the current gas prices, it feels like I'm having to find more ways to save money just to put gas in my tank. I ran across a site today, GasBuddy.com, that shows the lowest gas prices for the US and Canada. You can search by zip code or city and state, or use the map. The prices are broken down into Regular, Midgrade, Premium, and Diesel, and are shown for the latest 36 hours.

You can also sign up for free to become a gas price spotter, reporting gas prices in your area to help others. Membership also makes you eligible for prizes such as a $250 gas card.

School clothes on a tight budget

eBay and Craigslist are well known by now, but they're not the only places to find bargains on back to school clothing. There are a growing number of resale sites offering gently used clothes and many other items.

MyKidsCloset.com is a place to buy and sell kids and infant items. If you can't find what you're looking for, you can make a Wish List to be emailed when the item(s) are available.

If you're searching for name brand clothing at discount prices Once Worn... Not for Long could be just what you need. They carry brands including Gymboree, Children's Place, Guess, and more. The site also features Usborne books, toys, and gifts.

Cheap Kids Clothes boasts over 5000 items in categories including clothing, shoes, books, videos, and holiday. In addition to gently used they also carry new products at well below retail prices.

Taking the time to do some comparison shopping can definitely ease some strain on your back to school budget.

Home Decor - Ceiling Fans

You wouldn't normally think about buying fans at the end of summer, but with the stifling heat coming to an end soon you can think about beauty as well as function, and find some good deals too. Ceiling fans from Farrey's are a great way to complement your home decor while helping to keep cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

For energy efficiency and durability browse the new Craftmade fans in contemporary, traditional, and specialty styles. Or enjoy sleek design and get free shipping in the continental US with Minka Aire ceiling fans. With thousands of products from several well known manufacturers you're sure to find your unique style.

Replace old ceiling fans or add a new one to your home for year-round comfort and beauty.

Free E-Cards!

Don't let Mother's Day, or any other occasion, catch you unaware. Send free e-cards and help save rainforests at the same time by using Care2. You have the option when to send the card, so you know it will be on time.

There are many engaging cards to choose from, including interactive flash and animated images. Categories include standard birthdays and holidays as well as unusual ones such as No Housework Day, Toothache Day, and Panic Day.

So save some money on stamps and take the time to pick out a great Mother's Day e-card at Care2!

Easy Budget Mother's Day Craft

Celebrate Mother's Day with a handmade picture frame. They're quick and easy to make, plus you probably have everything you need already.

Materials

• Picture frame or cardboard or poster board


• Decorative wrapping or origami paper or fabric scraps


• Scissors


• Craft glue


• Photograph


• Optional - Paint


• Optional - Magnet

Instructions
If using cardboard or poster board, use the photograph as a size guide to cut out the frame and a back. If you already have a picture frame, skip this step.

Place the decorative paper or fabric right-side down on your work surface. Put the cardboard pieces or the frame on your material lightly trace around it. If you want to make a collage or don't have large enough pieces of material, you can cut up your material into fun shapes and use paint to cover the other areas of the frame.

Cut out the patterns you just traced. Turn your material right side up and glue them to the cardboard, spreading the glue evenly so there aren't any bumps. Let dry and apply paint if you choose.

Line up your cardboard and backing and position the photograph. Glue it to the backing. If you already had a picture frame, insert the photograph.

Optional - Glue a magnet to the back of the frame

This craft can be done by all ages, even adults. Your mother would appreciate the whimsy of a handmade picture frame from her grown children.

Romantic getaways done cheap

Have you dreamed about a romantic trip to an exciting European location? It isn't as far out of reach as it appears with planning and budgeting. Countries such as Spain and Italy offer many opportunities to create memorable experiences.

Experience the worldly pleasures of Milan, Italy, with its fascinating shops and tempting restaurants. View the Duomo Cathedral, topped by the Maddonnina. The Muso Poldi-Pezzoli is filled with gorgeous home decor items, jewelry, and more. Feast on provincial cuisine such as saffron-scented risotto and pannettone at various restaurants in the city center. Find a great cheap place to stay with Cheaper than hotels - Milan.

 

Navigate the canals of Venice and savor the breathtaking sights of the Piazza San Marco. Spend a day island-hopping to Murano, Burano and Torcello. Shop for classic Murano glass items or exquisite Carnivale masks and enjoy a wide variety of wonderful seafood. Use Cheaper than hotels - Venice to book a base for your adventures that fits your budget.

 

If your perfect romantic trip involves art and architecture, Barcelona, Spain would be ideal. Stroll through the heart of the town to see segments of the Roman wall and La Catedral. Enjoy the myriad examples of Gaudí's work, such as the Palau Güell, Casa Batlló, and La Pedrera. Take a break in the El Born area, filled with restaurants offering many different delicious foods. Cheaper than hotels - Barcelona can help you find a place well within your spending limit.

Let the character of Madrid, Spain charm you with its heady sights and sounds. Visit the extraordinary art museum Museo del Prado and enjoy the stately architecture of buildings such as the Plaza de Cibeles. Indulge your sweet tooth at the Chocolatería de San Ginés. Book your room with Cheaper than hotels - Madrid to save.

 

Using Cheaper than hotels to book accommodations can help you find your ideal balance between comfort and cost. Picture yourself enjoying a romantic getaway in Italy or Spain and make it a reality!