Local Client of the Day: Dessinee Art Gallery 

Create an intriguing and fascinating space just by hanging a piece of original art work. Been scouring art galleries in the Toronto area hoping to find the perfect piece to hang on your wall? End your search here.

Dessinee Art Gallery, a Toronto art gallery, offers a beautiful art selection for your home. Create a unifying theme throughout your house by hanging abstract art work by the same artist in each room.

• 20% off modern art paintings & photography 
• Modern & contemporary style
• Original pieces
• Abstract art
• Full-size pieces
• Michael Feldman work

They also offer:

• Art restoration
• Art repair
• Art framing

Spark a few conversations with art pieces from Dessinee Art Gallery!

Some plumbers and electricians charge you up the whazoo for minimal work that you could’ve done in minutes and with the right know-how. It pays to be able to change faucet washers and replace blown fuses yourself.

Study up all the great DIY books that provide clear step-by-step instructions with large diagrams. Then get all the tools and materials you need from Ace Hardware to get the job done right and economically. Until April 30, enjoy $20 off orders of $125 or more with the coupon!

Putting together your tool kit is simple. Here are a few items for what you’ll need, and you can find them all at Ace Hardware:

It’s Hammer Time

Product: Stanley Fat Max Xtreme Antivibe Rip Claw Hammer
Advantages: Reduces stress on wrists & features shock-absorbing technology

Never Get Screwed over Again

Product: Stanley Pro Driver Screwdriver Set (11 Pieces)
Advantages: Has rubber grips to improve leverage when tightening even the most-stubborn screws

Take the Plunge

Product: Korky Rubber Plunger
Advantages: Fits all toilets & has a long handle, so you don’t have to get up close & personal

At Ace Hardware, you’ll also find paint, outdoor décor, electronics, furniture, and more. Shop today and become a modern handyperson.

For a city of fewer than 60,000 people to call itself “The City of Destiny,” it’d better offer some spectacular reasons to visit. Good thing Des Plaines delivers in spades.

Looking for convenience? Des Plaines puts you right near O’Hare Airport and a short drive from Chicago. How about business destinations? No problem – Des Plaines is right next door to some of the region’s premier conference facilities.

And if your destiny is a vacation in Des Plaines, then the future is about to look even brighter. With exclusive FabulousSavings coupons for Orbitz, you save up to $75 on Des Plaines hotels, including:

• Best Western Des Plaines – Quiet, comfort & value
• Extended Stay Deluxe O’Hare – Ready for corporate travel
• Radisson Hotel O’Hare – Boutique-style luxury

Be sure to set aside some time for exploring Des Plaines and its neighbors. Trust me, it’s worth it. Where else could you find so many worthwhile stops?

• Allstate Arena – Concert & pro sports venue
• McDonald’s Museum – Replica of one of the first McD’s restaurants
• Woodfield Mall – 300 stores & boutiques

Tell Me What’s Going On

Pooch, Pet & Pedal Parade 2008 (May 17)

This parade through town is great for the whole family – including the family members on four legs! Get your furry friends dressed up and enjoy a wholesome day of fun.

Order some hilarious pet costumes from Buycostumes.com to get in on the fun. Act now to get 10% off $50 or more!

As a former student secretary, I’ve seen many boring white envelopes and plain-as-Peggy-Sue letterheads in the office. Be bold, and open the door like Dorothy did when entering Munchkin Land. A beautiful world awaits you with rainbow hues.

Current Address Labels offers a zillion suggestions for how to dress up your stationery, business cards, and more for a look that’ll get you noticed. And here are some coupons valid through April 30 to take note of:

• 10% off Orders of $15+
• 15% off Orders of $20+
• 20% off Orders of $25+
• Free Shipping on Orders of $20+

Indulge at the Current Address Labels buffet including:

• Floral Address Labels
• Holographic Pencils
• Personalized Luggage Tags
• Custom Notepads

Stay frugal while getting creative at Current Address Labels!

Like a stealthy spy, I creep quietly along the perimeter. Nimble and in active pursuit, I’m on a mission to uncover the latest deals that are Bargain Bonanza worthy.

Putting binoculars to my brown peepers, it takes only a moment before I spot an incredible Pfaltzgraff coupon. For today only (April 1), get 15% off all orders if you’re quick on the draw!

Items like these will never fade into the background like the camouflage print I wear:

• Aura Sweetheart Bowl - It’s only fitting that a meal made with love should be served in a heart-shaped bowl
• Hershey’s Kisses Dessert Fondue Set (Brown) - Coat strawberries with chocolate melted in your cute Hershey-Kiss-shaped fondue pot
• International Silver 3-Section Hors Do’Oeuvre Platter - Perfect for serving fresh veggies with dip or chips & homemade guac
• Garden Fresh Banana Slicer (Yellow) - Get thin, even slices in a single swoop without a knife

There are tons of other fab finds at Pfaltzgraff, but I must scurry away now, lest my cover be blown.

(P.S. When this coupon expires, be sure to check out other great Pfaltzgraff offers!)

Chances are that when you think about Disney films, fun characters and exciting tales spring to mind like a tiger from The Jungle Book. Since the smash 1937 hit, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Disney continues to make the memorable stories that children from many generations adore.

Be like a kid in a candy store, and check out Disney Shopping for toys, apparel, home decor, and more of all your favorite characters from Cinderella, The Lion King, Robin Hood, Fantasia, Mary Poppins, Bambi, and more! Use free coupons by April 17 to enjoy:

• 10% off Orders of $50 or More
• 15% off Orders of $75 or More
• 20% off Orders of $100 or More

Relive your youth, or surprise a youngster with these goodies:

• Eeyore Slippers for Her - Cranky though he was, he’s Pooh’s coolest friend
• Mickey Necktie for Infants - Hey, Mickey, you’re so fine you blow my mind
• Ariel Swim Tote - Under the sea! Darling, it’s better down where it’s wetter

Get swept up in the wave of great deals from Disney Shopping!

At JC Whitney, they eat, sleep, dream, and breathe everything vehicle-related. Need body-repair parts, trailers, tires, deflectors, or hoods? They’ve got you covered like a tonneau.

Get your motor running, and get up on the e-highway to JC Whitney because the free coupons valid starting April 1 won’t last forever. The special offers end April 30 to be exact.

Here’s how much you can save:

• $20 off Orders of $100
• $40 off Orders of $200

Supe up your ride in style with the latest grilles and seat covers. And make sure it runs like a charm when you have the best brakes, engine parts, filters, lubricants, and fuel systems from JC Whitney.

April 1st – So, have you been fooled by anyone yet? Any peanut butter on the phone receiver? Was your alarm clock toyed with so that you jolted out of bed and got ready for work…only to realize you arrived 2 hours early? Hmmm, I guess that was just me. Today, we’ll learn how to save on real bargains online, rather than be fooled by retail-store prices.

1963 – Soap Opera “General Hospital” Debut - All I have to say is: If all the doctors at my neighborhood hospital were that good lookin’, I’d be injured more often. I know…sick eh? If you feel like dressin’ up like a nurse or doctor (whether you want a naughty or nice outfit), head over to BuyCostumes for 10% off your purchase of $50 or more.

1976 – Apple Computer Formed by Steve Jacobs & Steve Wozniak - I remember my first computer…it was huuuuuge! Now you can find notebooks that are super thin. Don’t get stuck paying crazy prices for your computer and accessory needs. Head over to Quill for low-priced notebook computers and more with free shipping on most orders over $45.

Famous Birthdays:

Clifford Smith, 36 – You may know this rapper by his stage name, Method Man. He’s also a producer, actor and member of the Wu-Tang Clan. He’s got great taste for urban street wear clothing. If you’re lookin’ to get that laid-back kick to your wardrobe, head over to Karmaloop for 10% off apparel when you spend $35 or more.