One of the crucial lessons I learned while watching shows like Trading Spaces and Flip That House is that dilapidated windows can make even the swankiest pad look like a shack.

Rather than spending thousands of dollars on a major renovation, consider changing your window treatments, as this can give the room a complete facelift.

And here, use the free coupon from Blindsgalore. You will get 10% off and free shipping on orders of $350 or more if you redeem it by January 28!

There are so many different styles from which to choose, and depending on which one you run with, you can actually make your home appear bigger, brighter, and more inviting.

Blindsgalore has woven wooden shades, Roman shades, pleated shades, solar screens, and more. Here is just a small sample of what to expect:

• Hunter Douglas Brilliance Shimmering Forest - Exotic Eastern flavor with texture promotes tranquility
• Comfortex Shangri-La Horizontal Sheer Shades 2″ Eternity Light Filtering - The cost-effective way to save on your electricity bill
• Blindsgalore Wood Plantation Shutters 2.5″ Louvers - Easy to install & clean

For those and other great window treatments, check out Blindsgalore today!

“Think outside the box”, they say. “Think outside the hexagon”, I say. Dare to be different? Dare to be odd! That’s right – throw moderation out the stained-glass window because it’s the extremes that are the most memorable.

Take this philosophy with you the next time you’re shopping for the perfect gift. Forget about safe choices – there’s more fun at the core of a rock!

Color outside the lines when you give unique presents from Forzieri. And use the free coupon until February 15 to get:

• $15 off Orders Over $150
• Free Shipping on Orders Over $165

Here are a few gift ideas, but there’s plenty more where they came from:

• Multicolor Swarovski Crystal Golf Plated Clip-On Earrings - ‘Holey’ moley! You don’t need to have pierced lobes to wear these rainbow beauties
• Versace Blue & White Sprinkle Diamond Twill Silk Tie - You’re all tied up looking stylish with a funky tie
• Alessi Tigrito Cat Bowl - An adorable feline statue divides the 2 bowls
• Ghibli Red Quilted Patent Leather Large Satchel Bag - All eyes will be on you when you carry this shiny, bold purse
• Men’s Petrol Blue Handmade Italian Leather Wingtip Ankle Boots - Add an unexpected pop of blue to any outfit

Comb through Forzieri for gifts that any recipient will be floored to received!

Sometimes work is so hectic that your pile of paperwork resembles the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and you’re clicking your mouse so much that you’ll get Carpel Tunnel Syndrome by age 30.

Then other times, it’s so quiet that you jump at the mere sound of the receptionist’s phone ringing. For those moments when boredom hits you between the eyes (and leaves a red mark), consider getting the Dumb Dares for the Office 2008 Desk Calendar.

The tongue-in-cheek calendar is sure to bond employees through hilarity. The makers say that it requires “nerves of steel and the intelligence of a maggot.”

Where can you purchase this and other calendars? At Calendars.com, of course! And if you use the free coupon until February 29, not only will you get free shipping, but also 20% off orders of $20! How does that sound, wallet?

Here are also some that interest me:

• Dilbert 2008 Wall Calendar - Office politics at its worst; it’s perfect for the sarcastic employee
• The 365 Stupidest Things Ever Said Page-A-Day 2008 Desk Calendar - It’s mean to laugh at others, but it sure is fun
• Bunny Suicides Wall Calendar - Whatcha gonna do, PETA?
• Women’s Wit Mini Desk Calendar - Celebrate the double X chromosomes!

Never miss an important date ever again, and amuse yourself at the same time when make a purchase from Calendars.com!

National Handwriting Day – When was the last time you saw someone using calligraphy? And no, I don’t mean someone using a serif font designed to look like calligraphy. You can reverse this trend by purchasing boxed calligraphy writing sets & ink bottles from Magic Cabin. These make great gifts for kids who want to learn how to create beautiful writing. Use exclusive FabulousSavings coupons to get 10% off everything.

National Pie Day – Don’t you dare serve a store-bought pie! Emile Henry bakeware from Cooking.com provides you with all the tools you need to make delicious pies that even your grandma will approve of. Redeem exclusive FabulousSavings coupons to get 10% off a single item at Cooking.com.

Other Holidays:

• Snowplow Mailbox Hockey Day
• National Rhubarb Pie Day